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New President for The British Psychological Society
The British Psychological Society's new President, Tommy MacKay, begins his year of office on Friday 14 April at the Society's Annual Conference, held at the Guildhall, Winchester. Tommy MacKay's background is in educational psychology. He runs Psychology Consultancy Services jointly with his wife Sue, offering help to large organisations such as... view more... (2000-04-10)
The British Psychological Society Scottish Branch Annual Conference
The British Psychological Society Scottish Branch is holding its annual conference on 27-29 November 1998, at Scotland's Hotel, Pitlochry. The theme of the conference is 'Psychology as science, psychology as practice'. view more (1998-11-25)
Clinical psychology is emerging as the key profession in mental health
Proper understanding and treatment of mental ill health are not possible without the knowledge and skills of clinical psychologists. view more (2005-03-21)
Teens' perception that they are liked found to be at least as important as actually being liked
We all know that children who are popular do well socially. A new study has found that teenagers who feel good about themselves and are comfortable with their peers can also be socially successful without being popular in the traditional sense. view more (2008-05-15)
Pesky fruit flies learn from experienced females: Study
A common household nuisance, the fruit fly, is capable of intricate social learning much like that used by humans, according to new research from McMaster University. view more (2009-09-17)
How do newcomers make changes in long-standing groups?
Virtually everyone who joins a new group is sensitive to the fact that, as a newcomer, he or she must tread carefully for a while, keeping a low profile until becoming sufficiently integrated into the group. view more (2007-07-23)
War and the humanitarian response
Psychology could be the key to healing the emotional impact of war on civilians throughout the world. However, psychologists should ensure that their methods do not conflict with traditional beliefs and methods of coping. view more (2002-02-27)
Can your neighbourhood influence your health?
Understanding how neighbourhood environments may impact upon health has become increasingly important as the gap between the wealthy and the poor has become larger. It may be that greater community wide stress in poorer neighbourhoods is associated with lower physical health. These are the findings of a study by Dr Pamela Feldman and Professor... view more... (2001-08-31)
New study seeks understanding of effects of social phobia
Social phobia or social anxiety disorder is a common and distressing problem that can cause sufferers immense difficulties in all areas of their lives, affecting their performance at work and personal relationships. view more (2005-01-24)
Living in a material world
Material goods are seen by many as a central life goal; the main route to identity, success and happiness; and the yardstick for evaluating self and others. view more (2004-08-23)
Investing early to reduce the costs of crime
Young people can be steered away from a life of crime if experts from a range of organisations help them early enough. This is the conclusion of Dr Liz Malcolm, of Applied Psychology Associates, and Chris Walker, of the Luton Educational Service, who have been examining the results of a series of long-running studies. They revealed their findings... view more... (2004-01-08)
New research shows children take a toll on marital bliss
What married couples have suspected for years is now proven by researchers at the University of Denver (DU) and Texas A&M - children can add problems and stress to a marriage. view more (2009-04-09)
Study: Facebook profiles can be used to detect narcissism
A new University of Georgia study suggests that online social networking sites such as Facebook might be useful tools for detecting whether someone is a narcissist. view more (2008-09-23)
Video game shown to cut cortisol
A video game designed by McGill University researchers to help train people to change their perception of social threats and boost their self-confidence has now been shown to reduce the production of the stress-related hormone cortisol. The new findings appear in the October issue of the American Psychological Association's Journal of Personality... view more... (2007-10-24)
Hero worship - good or bad?
Celebrity worship syndrome suggests that, although following a celebrity can be a positive influence on people's lives, in some extreme cases people admit they would lie, steal or worse if the object of their admiration asked them. These are some of the findings of a new research programme conducted by psychologists at the University of Leicester... view more... (2003-05-12)
Scientists identify the neural circuitry of first impressions
Neuroscientists at New York University and Harvard University have identified the neural systems involved in forming first impressions of others. The findings, which show how we encode social information and then evaluate it in making these initial judgments, are reported in the most recent issue of the journal Nature Neuroscience. view more (2009-03-09)
Depression symptoms less likely in kids with accurate self-perceptions
Children who can accurately assess how their classmates feel about them - even if those feelings are negative - are less likely to show symptoms of depression, according to Florida State University researchers. view more (2006-10-24)
Is it possible to hold a text message conversation?
The use of text message on mobile phones is increasingly popular in all sections of life. But is it possible to actually have a conversation by text messaging? view more (2004-08-23)
Those Were the Days: Counteracting Loneliness with Nostalgia
With the days getting shorter (and colder) and the Holidays quickly approaching, many of us start thinking back to days gone by. view more (2008-11-13)
A Warm TV Can Drive Away Feelings of Loneliness and Rejection
Not all technology meets human needs, and some technologies provide only the illusion of having met your needs. view more (2009-04-23)
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