"My job, as I see it, is to tell the stories of psychology. Psychology’s job, as I see it, is to tell the world the stories of its people."
The CPA's Communications Specialist Eric Bollman wrote an article to wrap up #PsychologyMonth.
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A look back at Psychology Month and a look forward for Psychology
The theme of #PsychologyMonth 2026 was #ThisIsPsychology . It highlighted the ways psychology has something to contribute and something to say about most every issue that affects Canadians, big and small.
It’s the end of #PsychologyMonth ! Our guest on the Mind Full podcast, Dr. Sean Rourke, just won a major award for his life’s work, the inaugural Eric Jackman award from the Royal Society of Canada, for his work in the area of HIV/AIDS.
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It’s #PsychologyMonth ! Throughout February, we’ve highlighted the ways psychology shapes our everyday lives.
Today we’re focused on one way psychology interacts with the healthcare system, specifically in the field of HIV and AIDS.
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Eating disorders comprise both physical and cognitive symptoms and can have profound effects on an individual’s overall health and quality of life. Bulimia, anorexia, and binge eating affect people of all genders, but are mostly diagnosed in women.
Job interviews and the hiring process
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Applying for a new job can be a nerve-wracking endeavour. Dr. Nicolas Roulin from St. Mary’s University and Madeline Springle, a Ph.D. student at the University of Calgary, share insights.
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In the early 2000s, opponents of same-sex marriage cited data from a number of studies that compared children in households with two heterosexual parents to children in households with a single parent.
#PsychologyMonth continues with psychology's role in cancer care.
Our guests on Mind Full today are friends. Bob Wakeham shares his cancer story and experiences with us, and tells us how Dr. Sheila Garland's involvement in his life made an enormous difference.
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Workplace conflict can lead to depression, anxiety, burnout, and low job satisfaction. Incivility in the office often starts at lower levels and, if not dealt with adequately, can make its way up into management and permeate the culture over time.
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Bullying is something that requires a power imbalance in a relationship. In children, the child who bullies holds more power in that instance than does the child who experiences the bullying.
🧠 Psychology helps us understand how early-life experiences shape #mentalhealth across childhood and adolescence.
Through long-term research and partnership with youth and families, the CHILD Cohort Study helps inform prevention, care, and healthier futures for children and youth.
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#PsychologyMonth continues with psychology's role in cancer care.
Our guests on Mind Full today are friends. Bob Wakeham met Dr. Sheila Garland when he joined her study on insomnia in people who had been diagnosed with cancer.
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Psychologists are increasingly using table-top role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons, to connect with children. These games can also help them diagnose and treat problems, because “group game therapy” allows them to address symptoms in real time.
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Psychology researchers help shape educational media for kids around the world. The main goal of educational media is “transfer of knowledge” – can kids transfer the skills they learned by watching a show to different contexts in their own lives?
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Our #PsychologyMonth series continues with a look at how the effects of COVID are still being felt by children in schools, particularly in rural settings.
Dr. Maddy Sheppard-Perkins and Sabina Greenley join the Mind Full podcast to tell us more. #ThisIsPsychology
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Webinar for #PsychologyMonth coming February 13 at 1:00 EST
CPA's Education and School Psychology Section Presents: Credibility as the Primary Goal for Training and Practice in School Psychology: And How to Achieve It
Presented by Dr. Steven Shaw
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Our #PsychologyMonth series continues with Dr. Maddy Sheppard-Perkins, Sabina Greenley, and a look at how the effects of COVID are still being felt by children in schools, particularly in rural settings where incidents of family violence remain elevated.
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February is #PsychologyMonth! Our psychologists like Dr. Tsui blend research and clinical practice to support patients and their loved ones dealing with a range of mental health concerns. Thank you to all NYG’s psychologists for the specialized skills you bring to our teams to enhance patient care.
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Gender-affirming care is associated with much lower rates of depression and suicidality among young people. Psychological research shows that just referring to someone by their preferred name and pronouns can have a dramatically positive effect on their mental health.
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In the early 60s, Bruce Kidd was preparing to represent Canada at the Olympics. He had just received the Lou Marsh award as Canada’s top athlete, and he was speaking at an event and being critical of the way gambling had infiltrated the sports world.
Canada legalized single-event sports betting in 2021. In the three years that followed, gambling on sporting events in the country rose tenfold. Our young people are particularly vulnerable, and have been specifically affected.
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February is Psychology Month, a reminder of the importance of individual & family mental health. My book, "There Is Something Fishy About ed" will be available for purchase soon. It introduces the topic of eating disorders in a way children can understand.
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Criminal profiling, in the sense that we see it on TV, has less than a 50% success rate. The Criminal Minds method is simply not a good way to try to identify a suspect.
Everyone has mental health - just like everyone has physical health. Asking for help = strength, not weakness. Our community is stronger when everyone can get support. What's one thing you do for your wellbeing? #PsychologyMonth #LdnOnt
Webinar coming February 11th from the OPA for #PsychologyMonth
'Meeting Students Where They Are: Creating Supportive Environments to Help Students Access the Tools and Support They Need to Thrive in Undergraduate Studies'
Dr. Steven M. Smith, Tom Brophy, & Dr. Saeid Chavoshi
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This is Psychology: Pee, poop, and pre-teen problems with Dr. Jen Theule
This Mind Full podcast episode kicks off our special #PsychologyMonth series, highlighting the ways psychology contributes to our lives in ways we might not realize. #ThisIsPsychology
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Webinar for #PsychologyMonth coming February 13 at 1:00 EST
CPA's Education and School Psychology Section Presents: Credibility as the Primary Goal for Training and Practice in School Psychology: And How to Achieve It
Presented by Dr. Steven Shaw
Register here: buff.ly/9optOFx
It's #PsychologyMonth !
Immigrants and refugees from conflict zones often face compounded trauma. It’s possible they’re unable to return home for significant life events, and their ability to support the family members who remain in a war zone is severely limited.
