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Quote reads: Estimates show in some local authority areas there is one Educational Psychologist for every 480 pupils. Others have just one EP for every 9,400. The Education Policy Institute research funded by the BPS. Photo of a professional using sign language to communicate with a child in a school playground. BPS logo.
Government must address chronic shortage of Educational Psychologists as provision gap leaves some pupils 20 times less likely to get support.
New BPS funded @edupolicyinst.bsky.social research reveals stark disparity in levels of EP provision 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/chronic...
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Quote reads: Estimates show in some local authority areas there is one Educational Psychologist for every 480 pupils. Others have just one EP for every 9,400. The Education Policy Institute research funded by the BPS. Photo of a professional using sign language to communicate with a child in a school playground. BPS logo.
Government must address chronic shortage of Educational Psychologists as provision gap leaves some pupils 20 times less likely to get support.
New Educational Policy Institute, BPS funded research reveals stark disparity in levels of EP provision 👉
www.bps.org.uk/news/chronic...
#PsychologyMatters
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Quote reads: The best route to easily accessible needs-led support, is to focus on early intervention and prevention so there is support throughout the community, not just in clinical settings. Dr Roman Raczka, BPS President. Photo of a therapy session. BPS logo
Interim report findings highlight rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism assessments.
Growing demand means early intervention and prevention is increasingly important, so people can access support when they need it.
#PsychologyMatters 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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Elderly woman with glasses listens attentively to a professional taking notes on a couch.
Only 1 in 3 people with neurological conditions report that their needs are being met.
That's why we're calling for a systematic change to allow them to thrive, not just survive.
Read the findings from the consensus statement: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-sup...
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“I often say I’m a doctor of hearts and minds”
This #BrainAwarenessWeek, hear from Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Ndidi Boakye about how she helps people with life-changing neurological conditions and brain injuries.
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Elderly man in glasses and jacket sits in a hospital hallway, looking thoughtful. Empty chairs and a corridor are visible in the background.
NHS mental health spending in England to fall for third consecutive year, a bitter blow for those on waiting lists.
"Expanding and supporting the mental health workforce must be a priority for government." Dr Roman Raczka
👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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The government has unveiled its Schools White Paper which aims to support children in the SEND system.
It aims to address the longstanding challenges with the SEND system, but raises questions about how new levels of support will operate in practice.
#PsychologyMatters 👉 bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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Quote reads Educational Psychologist capacity must be matched to need, so that children and families can be assured of consistent high-quality support in their local area Dr Andrea Honess Division of Educational and Child Psychology Chair. Photo of someone helping a school child in a classroom. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.
The Department for Education has announced a £26m investment into training more educational psychologists.
But, our @bps-decp.bsky.social Chair says the early findings from our forthcoming research suggest that more investment will be needed.
#PsychologyMatters 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-wel...
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Photo of BPS President, Dr Roman Raczka.
How does an NHS organisation use psychology to deliver effective services to the public?
Introducing a new #PsychologyMatters behind-the-scenes series on how psychology powers Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board services, shapes care & supports its communities.
www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...
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Quote reads - We must look at this through a strictly clinical lens to get an evidence based understanding of what we know, what we don’t know, and what these patterns tell us about our mental health system, autism and ADHD services. Wes Streeting Health and Social Care Secretary. Photo of The Houses of Parliament across The Thames. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.
Wes Streeting has launched an independent review into rising demand for mental health, ADHD & autism services in England.
Let's ensure the voice of psychology is heard. #PsychologyMatters
Members, please share your evidence to contribute to the review 👉 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
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People waiting for an ADHD assessment deserve timely support.
New Centre for Health and the Public Interest figures highlight the need to expand the workforce, regulate private clinics & ensure timely care that's consistent with guidance.
Because #PsychologyMatters: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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Young actors using Shakespeare to show how the current education system demoralises teachers and can fail vulnerable young people made us more determined than ever to bring about change
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Joanna Stanbridge and James Wood delivering their inspiring and timely workshop on Bringing radical calm to the eye of the storm: A framework for collegiate progress in an era of polarisation.
#DECP2026
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Dr Helena Bunn on the pragmatic, financial and equity imperatives of early intervention.
“Prevention isn’t a luxury, it’s the only affordable option that is also ethical”
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An amazing buzz in the room and important conversations. Collaboration and collective thinking. #DECP2026 #psychologymatters #edpsychs
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⭐️DECP Chair Dr Helena Bunn kicking off #DECP2026
💡Buckle up for two days of amazing psychology and celebrating the phenomenal contribution of our small but mighty profession in challenging inequity.
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Proud to share the first #PsychologyMatters blog post from @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social !
PhD student George Murrell explores how connecting with nature can help tackle loneliness.
🌱 Read the full post here: www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...
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"When I was released from my football academy, it felt isolating."
Bishop’s Stortford football player, Saleem Akanbi backs our call for psychological support for released academy footballers.
"No young player should have to experience being released alone."
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Photo of a close up of Rachel Reeves holding the budget box.
The 250 new neighbourhood health centres announced in the #Budget2025 could improve health inequalities.
But #PsychologyMatters. With a psychological approach embedded from the start, centres could help people access support early, before they reach crisis point.
👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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Great to see this new @bpsofficial.bsky.social film, and a few psychologists who have featured in our pages…
See also our own #PsychologyMatters collection, at www.bps.org.uk/collections/...
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Psychology changes lives. 💜
Our new film shares powerful stories from psychologists making a difference.
It’s the first in our #PsychologyMatters series, celebrating the real-world impact of psychology & the people behind it.
🎬 Watch now: youtu.be/6_GM9CAe8pc?...
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