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

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we're highlighting Waveney Bushell. Known as the first black female educational psychologist in the UK, Waveney reflects on her experiences in an oral history with Dr Melernie Meheux. Read her story: https://lnkd.in/ehkKzX8r

We join Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) in calling for more investment in maternal mental health services. New report finds funding shortages are causing longer wait times and closures, leaving vulnerable people without vital support. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/efwW8pEm

'How to Live Well with Dementia' offers crucial insights for those with dementia and their carers. "This is a guide that I wish I had when first diagnosed. All the information you need is in one place, written by experts." Chris Robert, Chair of the European Working Group of People with Dementia. The first book in the BPS Ask The Experts series covers everything from managing daily challenges to effective care planning. 25% off for BPS members: https://lnkd.in/e6mUCPGM

The next round of applications for the Black and Asian Psychologists Fund is now open. This fund has been created to support members to further their psychological careers. "Having this money, which went towards the costs of supervision and personal therapy, has been really helpful." Jose Fernandez, trainee counselling psychologist. Apply by 30 Nov 24: https://lnkd.in/eCMfz9FA

Older People and Planetary Health This webinar, organised by the DCP Faculty of the Psychology of Older People, will consider issues related to planetary health, impact on older people and implications for clinical practice. Taking place on 20th November, this webinar follows the publication of 'Clinical psychology and planetary health: Changing course in the storm', produced by a collaboration between the GTiCP's Planetary Health Subgroup, DCP Faculties and the BPS, highlighting the relevance and implications of the climate and ecological emergency (CEE) across a range of specialities. Angie Smith, who will lead this webinar, contributed to this comprehensive guide on behalf of FPOP and will consider issues related to planetary health, impact on older people and implications for clinical practice. This event will take place on Zoom. Attendance is available online only. Registration is required. Bookings will close at 10:00 GMT on 19th November 2024. Book now: https://lnkd.in/ebgs6pnv

'In the first year of my degree, I attended the BPS Careers Festival - and here's what I learnt.' From student to #BPSCareersFest speaker, Eden Christoforou GMBPsS shares what she learnt from attending in 2022 and the key points that will be covered in her session. Final tickets are on sale now: https://lnkd.in/eMEY2ir6

'It is distressing to read that thousands of pupils with special educational needs (Send) are being refused additional funding due to increased financial pressures faced by local authorities,' writes BPS Division of Educational and Child Psychology chair Dr Gavin Morgan in The Guardian today. 'The grim reality for parents and pupils is that getting appropriate access to Send support and an EHCP is becoming a postcode lottery. 'The overriding issue is that there are not enough educational psychologists employed by local authorities to provide Send support and intervention, nor to undertake the assessments for the EHCPs required. With 20,000 children waiting for an education, health and care assessment, we cannot keep up with the increased demand.' Read the full letter: https://lnkd.in/e8YvKXSa

The Alternative Handbook 2024 25 has received a record-breaking number of responses. It offers vital insights for prospective trainees and covers topics including the course ethos, academic content, the support available, and more. Download your copy: https://lnkd.in/eUTPkSiG

DCP Faculty for Children, Young People and Families Annual Conference 2024 Join us in London on 18th November 2024 for the DCP CYPF 2024 Conference. The 2024 Conference theme ,“From shallow roots to developing fruits: working together to help children and families without permanent homes thrive and grow”, will focus on children and young people who do not have permanent homes and/or are living in temporary arrangements. This could be for a variety of reasons including being: • Homeless and/or living in temporary accommodation and/or frequent moves • An asylum seeker or refugee • In the care system • In the criminal justice system • In a family fleeing Domestic Abuse The number of children and young people in some of these groups is rising and may be disproportionately affected by a range of issues and challenges compared with the wider population. This is compounded by intersectionality, with some ethnic groups, socio-economic groups or genders over-represented and perhaps experiencing additional difficulties as a result. Despite this, we know that support and services may be harder for these children, young people and their families to access. The conference will provide an opportunity to come together with a range of speakers to think about ways of improving psychological wellbeing for children, young people and their families who do not have permanent homes and/or are living in temporary arrangements. Location: BPS London Office, 30 Tabernacle Street, London, EC2A 4UE Attendance is available in person only.   Registration will close at 10:00 GMT on Monday 11th November 2024.  Book now: https://lnkd.in/emzTmEb8