People in low social classes delay seeking treatment for schizophrenia
People born into low social classes are not at increased risk of developing schizophrenia, but they appear to seek treatment at a later age than those in higher social classes, concludes a study in this week's BMJ. Fiona Mulvany and colleagues used the records of 352 patients referred to psychiatric services in Dublin to determine whether social... view more... (2001-12-12)
Can thinking of a loved one reduce your pain?
Yes, according to a new study by UCLA psychologists that underscores the importance of social relationships and staying socially connected. view more (2009-11-16)
Emotions count in organ donation
Feelings are more important than thoughts in predicting registration as an organ donor. This is the key finding of a study described today, Wednesday 18 July, at The British Psychological Society Social Section Annual Conference, held at the University of Surrey, Guildford, by Dr Tom Farsides, of the Social Psychology Group, School of Social... view more... (2001-07-12)
What's behind bullying?
Why some children bully and what causes others to be bullied are questions which attract considerable attention in the fields of psychology and education. New research by developmental psychologists will show that the character profiles of bullies, those children who bully and are themselves bullied and straight-forward victims are different. view more (2004-08-24)
Does playing violent video games increase aggression in teenagers?
Playing violent video games seems to increase hostility and anger in teenagers, but it may not be just related to whether the game contains violence. A study carried out by Anna Warm, whilst at the Department of Psychology, University of Central Lancashire, presented today Thursday 7 September at The British Psychological Society's Social... view more... (2000-08-25)
Ambulance workers at risk of post-traumatic stress disorder
These were the findings of a study published today, Friday 10 September, in the British Journal of Clinical Psychology, by clinical psychologists Sue Clohessy and Professor Anke Ehlers of Oxford University. view more (1999-09-03)
Doubts about False Memory Syndrome
These were the findings of a study published today, Tuesday 14 March, in the British Journal of Clinical Psychology by psychologist Dr Bernice Andrews, of Royal Holloway, University of London, and her colleagues. view more (2000-03-16)
Reference
These were the findings of a study published today, Thursday, 9 September 1999, in the British Journal of Developmental Psychology , by Dr Jon Sutton, Professor Peter Smith and Dr John Swettenham of Goldsmiths College, University of London. view more (1999-09-02)
Poverty traps intelligent people
Gifted people with high intellect, who are 'socially excluded' by living in public housing, fail to progress at work (they are less likely to be supervisors or managers), experience less job satisfaction and are more likely to be unemployed. These are the findings of Dr Mark Cook, University of Wales, Swansea and Dr Robert McHenry, Oxford... view more... (1998-12-23)
Babies understand dog-speak, BYU study finds
New research shows babies have a handle on the meaning of different dog barks - despite little or no previous exposure to dogs. view more (2009-07-21)
Study sheds light on social brain development
The capacity to figure out what others are thinking and what they mean is an ability unique to people that's central to our lives. view more (2009-07-15)
Leaving your heart attack to chance
People who believe their health is largely due to chance are more likely to wait over four hours to seek medical help after having a heart attack. This is the finding of research by Professor Ronan O'Carroll, University of St Andrews and colleagues from the University of Edinburgh, presented today, Friday 7 September, at the joint British... view more... (2001-08-31)
Classroom misbehaviour - who's to blame?
Theses were the findings of a study published today, Monday 13 March, in the British Journal of Educational Psychology, by Dr Andy Miller and Dr Eamonn Ferguson of Nottingham University, and Irene Byrne, formerly of the Lancashire Educational Psychology Service. view more (2000-03-06)
New Chair For The Economic And Social Research Council
Stephen Byers, the Trade Secretary and Cabinet Minister responsible for science, today announced Frances Cairncross as the new chair of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). ESRC is the UK’s principal funding body for social science research. It plays a pivotal role within the science and engineering base, by addressing the... view more... (2001-03-22)
Social support buffers adolescent depression after terrorist attacks: Ben-Gurion University
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) have conducted a "before and after" study of depression and terrorist attacks in adolescents, demonstrating that strong social support from friends is a buffer from depression in terrorism-related stress. view more (2009-07-21)
Essential Hope for Multiple Sclerosis
New research by psychologists reveals the positive effects of aromatherapy on the quality of life for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) sufferers. Researchers at the University of Teeside found MS patients, in spite of experiencing the same symptoms, felt more vitality, happiness and peace during aromatherapy treatment, and less depression, fatigue and... view more... (2004-08-23)
By Invitation only? Invited and uninvited applause in political speeches
Most applause during political speeches is initiated by the speaker, but it may also occur uninvited, initiated by the audience. This has significant implications for the evaluation of political speakers, in terms of both their popularity and skill as orators. These are the findings of research by Dr. Peter Bull and Pam Wells of the Department of... view more... (2000-08-25)
£2.3 million grant for research into risk
The School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research at the University of Kent at Canterbury (UKC) has been awarded a research grant of more than two million pounds by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Professor Peter Taylor-Gooby, a social policy professor at UKC will receive the majority of the funding for his work that... view more... (2002-05-07)
Fear is rarely a barrier to blood donation
Campaigns to recruit new blood donors should appeal to people's social conscience rather than try to reduce their fear of needles and other medical procedures. These findings are reported today, Thursday 15 April 2004, by Dr Geraint Price from the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, at the Annual Conference of the British Psychological... view more... (2004-04-15)
Sporty youngsters develop into sporting adults
Young people who take part in sport and physical activity have the potential to develop better social and character skills because of the relationships they establish. view more (2005-03-21)
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