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@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 12:52 PM

Have you got an idea for a psychology book you’d like to see published?

We’re looking for new and innovative book ideas, from textbooks and professional books to monographs, edited collections and popular science.

Find out how to propose a book: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-boo...

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@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 11:03 AMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

Building a career in cyberpsychology…

Professor @lindakkaye.bsky.social with some pathways highlighted in her new book, published by @bpsofficial.bsky.social and @routledgebooks.bsky.social

www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 12:14 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

I mean, sure I'm biased, but I'd say that's not bad for a Monday to Friday... loads of stuff, varied, thought-provoking. 'Personal, practical, persuasive'. Thanks to all who have contributed!
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@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 11:35 AM

Our warning on the psychological harm of IPP sentences featured on BBC Radio 4's The Today Programme.

Discussing the case of Liam Bennett who's now been released, Dr Muin Boase said that he's essentially served over 15 years more than he should have done.

Read on 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-war...

Quote reads: It's been recognised by the BPS that the psychological harm of the uncertainty of the indeterminate sentence causes. It causes a lot of distress and hopelessness amongst prisoners. Dr Muin Boase
Barrister and International lawyer. Photo of a prison cell door window. Psychology Matters logo.
@bps-decp.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 10:02 AMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

DECP Chair, Dr Andrea Honess, on the news that the DfE has increased training places for Educational Psychologists at a time when EPs have a leading role in the next phase of the SEND Reforms.

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www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 8:22 AM

"We're wasting people's potential by trying to fit everybody into this one-size-fits-all box."

Dr Nancy Doyle explores how psychology can help create more inclusive workplaces where neurodivergent people can thrive.

👉 www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...

Quote reads: People like to feel that they're working for an organisation that is faire and just, and if there are visible efforts for inclusion, people generally find that motivating. Dr Nancy Doyle Chartered Occupational Psychologist. Image of Dr Nancy Doyle and Psychology Matters logo.
@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 7, 2026, 2:44 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

A letter to… the student who hopes Psychology will fix them.

…From Jack Dorey-Jones, Lead @bpsofficial.bsky.social Student Ambassador, representing the @openuniversity.bsky.social

www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

@drsarahpayne.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 7:53 AMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

So pleased to see @psychmag.bsky.social showcasing this extremely important short film. The trailer epitomises the lived experience of many often unseen suffering children & parents. Sad the govt rhetoric seems to be on enforcing & not understanding attendance rates
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@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 6, 2026, 12:49 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

My letter to… the teenager with dyslexia.

‘Difficulty is not inability, says @bpsofficial.bsky.social member Ioanna Dimitriadou.

www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

@wileybrainpsych.bsky.socialOct 6, 2026, 3:46 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

Ready to help lead the British Journal of Educational Psychology? 📚 @bpsofficial.bsky.social is recruiting a Co-Editor in Chief to join the current team.

✒️ Applications close on 1st Nov, 2026 - https://bit.ly/4yqX2Zg

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 6, 2026, 8:39 AM

"Hardworking people should have the opportunity to succeed and progress, whatever their background."

Chartered Occupational Psychologist Wendy Lyons explores how psychology can tackle workplace inequalities and create fairer opportunities to progress.

👉 www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...

Quote reads: We as psychologists have got a really important role because we can help organisations work out what is the genuine evidence of performance and potential versus some of these much more subjective, subtle judgments. Wendy Lyons Chartered Occupational Psychologist. Photo of Wendy Lyons. Psychology Matters logo.
@annieingarden.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 6:18 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

🍂🥁I🍂 UK fol. Want fair flourishing for all? Interested in how community psychology can contribute? Still time to book for our fabulous Festival 16-18 Oct in ocean city Plymouth 💙. www.bps.org.uk/event/10th-c... @bpsofficial.bsky.social @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 12:09 PM

How can a trauma-informed approach help us understand menopause?

On World Menopause Day, join Dr Heather Sequeira to explore where menopause & trauma can overlap, & how changes in stress regulation, & threat responses can affect distress.

https://learn.bps.org.uk/local/intellicart/view.php?id=346

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 3:18 PM

More than 500 members helped shape our next steps.

Following an independent review of our strategy & governance, we’re now moving into the next phase of work to strengthen the member experience & modernise key areas of our work.

Full update: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-set...

Quote reads: It was vital for us to hear the voices of members and I am extremely grateful to all those who have contributed to the consultation. Their insight has helped shape how the BPS will operate in the years ahead. Sarb Bajwa, BPS Chief Executive. BPS Logo
@psychmag.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 8:08 AMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

What is ‘normal’ anyway?

The word 'normal' is everywhere, yet psychologists have spent over a century failing to pin it down. @bpsofficial.bsky.social Student Ambassador Lamiaa Safwat says there may be a very good reason for that.

www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 1, 2026, 10:03 AMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

We've made a few changes to The Psychologist app - update now via your store.
Complete access for @bpsofficial.bsky.social members via your web login.
All our content, editions, podcast, occasional author-narrated audio.

@psychmag.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 1:12 PMReposted by @bpsofficial.bsky.social

Finding a sense of self when living with cancer…

Chartered Psychologist Dr Yi-Ling Lai, winner of the @bpsofficial.bsky.social Presidents’ Award 2024, on a study of coaching conversations at cancer support charity @fountaincentre.bsky.social

www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 1:33 PM

What does it take to write and publish a psychology book?

Join our webinar on 15 Oct ’26 to explore your publishing options, how to develop your idea into a proposal, and how to think about your audience.

Register now: www.bps.org.uk/event/how-pr...

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@bpsofficial.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 10:13 AM

Help your child discover their place in the world of psychology.

A BPS student membership will help them explore the careers their degree can lead to, along with so much more.

Unlock their psychology potential: www.bps.org.uk/student-memb...

📌 Membership must be created by the member themselves.

@bpsofficial.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 8:10 AM

Seven years qualified, Dr Juliet Anton still questions whether she belongs in psychology.

She shares how her route into the profession shaped her identity as a psychologist, and why different experiences can bring valuable perspectives to the field.

👉 www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...

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