British Psychological Society

British Psychological Society The British Psychological Society The British Psychological Society is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK.

The Society was formed in 1901 and has more than 45,000 members. Through its Royal Charter, the Society is charged with overseeing psychology and psychologists. It has responsibility for the development, promotion and application of pure and applied psychology for the public good.

03/11/2025

The lifechanging power of psychology.

We’re proud to share the first film in our Psychology Matters series, celebrating the inspiring work of psychologists transforming lives across the UK.

Through the stories of six BPS members, this film shines a light on how psychology changes lives, communities, and futures.

We hope it reminds you why why we can all be proud of the impact our profession makes every day.

Read more about the film and the members featured: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-film-highlights-lifechanging-power-psychology?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

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We back the Mental Health Foundation’s call to end Scotland’s public mental health emergency.Prevention must be at the h...
29/10/2025

We back the Mental Health Foundation’s call to end Scotland’s public mental health emergency.

Prevention must be at the heart of the next Scottish Government’s approach, ensuring support for children, young people and communities before they reach crisis point.

As our Scottish branch Chair Yana Yaneva says, "a psychological workforce that is 'fit for the future' and backed up by long-term sustainable funding" are essential to make this a reality.

Hear more from Yana: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-backs-mhfs-calls-end-scotlands-public-mental-health-emergency?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

Nearly 1 million young people are now out of education, employment or training (NEET), the highest in over a decade.Dr R...
29/10/2025

Nearly 1 million young people are now out of education, employment or training (NEET), the highest in over a decade.

Dr Rachel Bradley from our Faculty for Children, Young People and their Families says the link between mental health and economic inactivity risks creating a “vicious cycle.”

Mental health support must be strengthened before more young people fall through the gaps: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-responds-resolution-foundation-neet-analysis?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

It’s our 124th birthday! 🎉Since 1901, psychologists have joined together to share ideas, champion change, and support ea...
24/10/2025

It’s our 124th birthday! 🎉

Since 1901, psychologists have joined together to share ideas, champion change, and support each other through every stage of their careers.

Our story is your story; every member shapes who we are.

What’s been a key moment in your psychology journey? 💬

"What Adolescence captured brilliantly is that as a family you can be oblivious to the negative influences on social med...
22/10/2025

"What Adolescence captured brilliantly is that as a family you can be oblivious to the negative influences on social media."

Prof Vivian Hill, from our Division of Educational and Child Psychology committee, discussing issues surrounding toxic masculinity and the impact of mobile phones and social media on teenagers and family life on BBC Five Live.

👉 https://www.bps.org.uk/news/reflection-adolescence-and-stephen-grahams-new-book-letters-our-sons?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

"With the BPS it's been a focus on raising awareness but also trying to get the governing bodies to implement something ...
21/10/2025

"With the BPS it's been a focus on raising awareness but also trying to get the governing bodies to implement something that's actually going to improve the process."

Dom Ball recently spoke with two of Scotland's leading Sunday newspapers, The Sunday Post and The Sunday Mail about our campaign calling for released academy footballer support.

Because : https://www.bps.org.uk/news/improved-mental-health-support-released-academy-footballers-scotland-more-vital-ever-say?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

21/10/2025

Who gets left out when psychology only teaches a Eurocentric view?

This , we’re highlighting the need to broaden how we understand people, culture, and mental health. This webinar with Dr Erica McInnis introduces African psychology, why it is needed, and the added value it can bring.

You'll come away with practical tools that can help you work more effectively with people of African ancestry and enhance your psychological practice.

Book now: https://learn.bps.org.uk/local/intellicart/view.php?id=316&utm_campaign=BPS_Learn_organic&utm_medium=Social_media&utm_source=OfficialBPS

For those signed off with long-term sickness, it’s vital recovery remains the priority.Our president, Dr Roman Raczka, r...
20/10/2025

For those signed off with long-term sickness, it’s vital recovery remains the priority.

Our president, Dr Roman Raczka, responds to the government's decision to place job advisors in GP surgeries and hospitals to support patients' return to work: "Many people with mental health problems who are signed off long-term sick, are keen to return to the workplace. However not all will be clinically well enough to be considering this, and the workplace itself can be a root cause of poor mental health.”

Hear more from Roman: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-responds-job-advisers-being-stationed-gp-surgeries-and-hospitals?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

Members, we need your help to respond to the government's consultation on the 10 year plan. We’re gathering examples of ...
19/10/2025

Members, we need your help to respond to the government's consultation on the 10 year plan.

We’re gathering examples of good practice that show psychology’s impact that align with their three key shifts:

Sickness to prevention

Analogue to digital

Hospital to community.

Your insights will help highlight the vital role psychologists play in building a more preventative, community-based model of care and the fantastic work already happening.

Deadline for BPS member feedback 24 October 👉https://forms.office.com/e/cgD7YkVv5e

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