The British Psychological Society

Stephen Fry supports our #FundNHSHubs campaign. He warns that the closure of the hubs could have a ‘disastrous effect’ on the health service. Help protect the NHS Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hubs. 📧 Email your MP today: https://lnkd.in/edGX8DGJ

Did the pandemic change our personalities? A recent study spanning over the first two years of the pandemic delves into changes in our Big Five traits. Digest the research: https://lnkd.in/eqxvCnqu

"Building in time for yourself can give you that moment of re-energising, to allow you to continue to face the challenges of the day." This #StressAwarenessMonth we look back at Dr Audrey Tang's tips to help you build better mental resilience when you feel stressed or overworked.

Congratulations to Dr Gita Bhutani, winner of the BPS 2024 Distinguished Contribution to Practice Award. Gita set up a NHS Wellbeing Hub for Lancashire and South Cumbria and helped raise the profile of psychological professions. Explore Gita's journey: https://lnkd.in/ecFxt-Pq

We'll be returning to #LondonPride this year. This year we'll have two events in which members and staff can take part: 🏳️🌈 Marching in the parade. 🏳️🌈 A stall promoting careers in psychology. BPS members, find out how to get involved here: https://lnkd.in/eJ8RDYjs

🗞️ Good news! The government has accepted an amendment to the Victims and Prisoners Bill that will raise the legal threshold for when rape survivors’ counselling notes can be requested by the police. It's vital survivors feel safe to access the support they need. Hear more from Roman: https://lnkd.in/eJbmRX8Y

Voting is now open for roles of President-Elect and Elected Trustee. Members can vote using their unique voting code which you will receive via email from Mi-Voice. Meet the candidates: https://lnkd.in/e5k-sQxq

"Who's in your network?" Dr Clare Mulligan-Foster shares advice on how your network can help you secure a new role, including ways to utilise LinkedIn. Another great way for members to expand their network is using our new online community, Member Connect: https://lnkd.in/evPAfPVK #PsychologyCareers

"Findings shine a light on the nuanced support needs for people with POTS." British Journal of Health Psychology #EditorsChoice looks at postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), an 'under-recognised challenging condition.' This neat qualitative study applied Leventhal's Common-Sense Model and shows how reflexivity and expert by experience involvement can be built into the design. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eXQmSj8G

Our PsyPAG Quarterly welcomes two new editors: Jemma Broadstock who's "eager to foster meaningful connections within the postgraduate community." Himanshi Naredi, who aims "to enhance the visibility of the post-graduate psychology community in research." Open for submissions: https://lnkd.in/eZaB3AZj