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The BPS has published new guidance on assessment, formulation and diagnosis, which aims to provide clarity and an outline of best practice for BPS members who work with adults.
The BPS is celebrating the NHS’s 77th birthday, recognising all the staff who work in the health service and the contribution of psychology, psychologists, and the wider psychological workforce.
"It is encouraging to see the government's renewed focus on prevention and early intervention in its aspirations for the NHS. A commitment to bringing mental health support to the doorsteps of ...
As part of our Psychology Matters programme, we launched our manifestos for Scotland and Wales ahead of the 2026 elections, and our Policy Pillars document for Northern Ireland. Co-created with our ...
Provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is one of the most common complaints received by MPs according to new research. Dr Helena Bunn, Chair of the Division of ...
The BPS is delighted to announce that this year’s prestigious British Psychological Society Presidents’ Award has been presented to Professor Beth Jeffries.
Responding to the government's new Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill, President of the British Psychological Society Dr Roman Raczka said: "The introduction ...
According to a well-known proverb, patience is a virtue. According to a recent study in the Personality and Social Psychology Review, though, it's actually a coping mechanism that we employ to stop ...
From 30 June 2025, it will be a requirement for all Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWP) working in NHS commissioned healthcare to be registered.
The scheme provides funding for UK-based psychology postgraduate students to carry out a research study visit in the UK, Europe and internationally. Anyone applying to the Scheme must be a member of ...