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Veterans relive war trauma
Whilst the general public have been left in a state of shock after the events of September 11, the resulting war against terrorism is likely to have a significant psychological effect on one particular group in society; soldiers from past and present conflicts. In an article in the December issue of The Psychologist, published on Monday 3... view more... (2001-11-27)
Stress could damage DNA
A ground-breaking experiment has suggested that a certain type of stress could actually damage humans' DNA. view more (2004-08-23)
A healthy mind is a healthy body
Stress and worry can lead to particular weaknesses in the immune system, rather than reducing health overall. Psychoneuroimmunology research is now able to trace pathways between mental and physical health, which will help in the prevention of stress-related illnesses. These are some of the findings reported by Professor Phil Evans of the... view more... (2001-03-26)
Who gets cancer treatment, and who completes it?
Cancer treatment is now very effective in many cases, yet not all patients with cancer are referred and not all complete their treatment programme. This has puzzled cancer specialists who have wondered if psychological factors might influence their decision and has led to research carried out by Dr Stan Lindsay from the Institute of Psychiatry in... view more... (2002-11-13)
Exercise improves quality of life for people with breast cancer
Group exercise sessions can help to improve the physical and psychological wellbeing of people diagnosed with breast cancer, a new BMJ study reveals today. view more (2007-02-16)
Driving Under the Influence (of Stress): Regional Effects of 9/11 Attacks on Driving
The September 11 terrorist attacks had a profound impact on this country's psyche. Eight years after the attacks, we are still learning how those terrible events affected us. view more (2009-02-03)
Researchers pinpoint techniques for better learning
People have incredible amounts to learn throughout their lives, whether it be preparing for a test in middle school or training for a new job late in life. Given that time is often at a premium, being able to efficiently learn new information is important. view more (2007-08-24)
The British Psychological Society Occupational Psychology Conference 1999
The British Psychological Society's Annual Occupational Psychology Conference takes place on Tuesday 5 January to Thursday 7 January 1999 at the Stakis Hotel, Blackpool. view more (1998-12-23)
British Psychological Society Colloquium on Human Rights
PRESS INVITATION THIS HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED Mary Warnock is a keynote speaker at a Colloquium on Human Rights held today, Thursday 4 October, at the Mental Health Foundation, 20/21 Cornwall Terrace, London NW1. The Colloquium is organised by The British Psychological Society's Special Group of Psychologists and Social Services. In her talk on the... view more... (2001-09-20)
DU professor advises families to refocus for holidays to ease financial tension
Martha Wadsworth, associate professor of psychology at the University of Denver (DU), says during the holidays families should focus on what has been proven to matter most in psychological research - quality family time. view more (2009-11-16)
No place like home: Katrina's lasting impact
New Orleans residents who lost their homes in Hurricane Katrina were over five times more likely to experience serious psychological distress a year after the disaster than those who did not. view more (2008-04-21)
The British Psychological Society London Conference 1998
The British Psychological Society's London Conference 1998 will take place on Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 December at the Institute of Education, University of London, 20 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0AL. view more (1998-12-03)
The Fancier the Cortex, the Smarter the Brain?
Why are some people smarter than others? In a new article in Current Directions in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, Eduardo Mercado III from the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, describes how certain aspects of brain structure and function help determine how easily we learn new... view more... (2009-07-17)
Landslide syndrome: politicians and executives surf the waves of change
Psychological models of stress and change have been used to predict the behaviour of world leaders and executives in periods of radical change. Professor Peter Herriot, Institute of Employment Studies, Dr Richard Plenty, Shell International, Ashley Weinberg, University of Manchester and Dai Williams, Eos Career Services, explore the psychological... view more... (1998-12-23)
Rejected and alone
Being rejected by work colleagues or being given negative feedback are common experiences, but new research suggests that they can have far-reaching negative psychological effects. view more (2002-02-27)
Picky Preschoolers: Young Children Prefer Majority Opinion
When we are faced with a decision, and we're not sure what to do, usually we'll just go with the majority opinion. When do we begin adopting this strategy of "following the crowd"? view more (2009-03-16)
Writing a diary may be bad for your health
Keeping a personal diary and making frequent entries has been found to be associated with poor psychological well being. view more (2004-08-23)
Physical Symptoms of Depression May Be Misdiagnosed
A study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine revealed that physicians sometimes misattribute ill-defined physical symptoms to causes other than what may actually be depression. Patients complaining of physical ailments related to depression may not receive appropriate treatment from their doctors, as compared to patients who... view more... (2004-07-16)
Study Suggests Buddhist Deity Meditation Temporarily Augments Visuospatial Abilities
Meditation has been practiced for centuries, as a way to calm the soul and bring about inner peace. According to a new study in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, there is now evidence that a specific method of meditation may temporarily boost our visuospatial abilities (for example, the ability to... view more... (2009-04-28)
Is the internet an opportunity or a danger for young people?
The use of the internet is on the increase by young people in the UK. Recent media cases suggest this may be dangerous but many see the internet as a useful resource for young people. In a recent study psychologists have questioned whether the benefits outweigh the dangers. view more (2004-08-23)
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