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.

Understanding maternal mental health means listening to a wide range of voices.Through the joint BPS and Parliamentary O...
09/05/2026

Understanding maternal mental health means listening to a wide range of voices.

Through the joint BPS and Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST) Fellowship, PhD researcher Annie O’Brien explored perinatal mental health in Parliament, interviewing stakeholders across academia, charities and policy organisations.

Her work contributed to a parliamentary briefing helping to inform debate on perinatal mental health.

Read more about the Fellowship with : https://www.bps.org.uk/news/speaking-stakeholders-who-shared-mutual-goal-supporting-womens-mental-health-was-something-has?utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=Social_media&utm_campaign=Awards_and_grants

Want to help shape the future of BPS membership?Join our Member Board and contribute to strategic discussions that influ...
09/05/2026

Want to help shape the future of BPS membership?

Join our Member Board and contribute to strategic discussions that influence how we develop, support and grow our membership. You’ll help shape member-focused priorities and contribute to how member networks are guided and supported.
This is an opportunity to take part in strategic-level discussions within the Society and gain experience in membership-focused governance.

Apply by 8th June '26: https://www.bps.org.uk/join-our-member-board-and-help-shape-future-our-membership

Have you made an impact through your work in psychology?The Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (AFBPs...
08/05/2026

Have you made an impact through your work in psychology?

The Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (AFBPsS) title recognises members who have made a meaningful contribution, either by strengthening how psychology is understood, valued, or used, or through service to the Society.

With over 8,000 members already holding the title, it is a mark of recognition for your experience and reflects ongoing commitment to psychology.

Apply now: https://www.bps.org.uk/become-associate-fellow

We’re excited to launch our new Careers Series on .The webinar series explores the breadth of psychology careers featur...
07/05/2026

We’re excited to launch our new Careers Series on .

The webinar series explores the breadth of psychology careers featuring real career journeys and practical guidance on pathways, skills, employability, and professional development. Whether you’re starting out or developing your career, it’s designed to help you understand your options and plan your next step.

Watch now: https://www.bps.org.uk/careers-series

07/05/2026

Did you know, if you’re an MHWP or trainee working in NHS services, you’ll need to be on an approved register by June '26?

Our register supports your professional recognition, meets NHS England requirements, and connects you to CPD, journals, resources, and a wider psychology community.

Apply now: https://www.bps.org.uk/wider-psychological-workforce

We’re excited to share that the first issue of our Environmental Psychology Research is now live.The launch issue featur...
06/05/2026

We’re excited to share that the first issue of our Environmental Psychology Research is now live.

The launch issue features six diverse papers exploring how people think, feel and behave in relation to the environment, including green consumption, recycling behaviour, perceptions of zoos, and more.

Read the full issue: https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/30676789

If someone close to you is affected by HIV, you may have questions about how best to understand and support them.New boo...
06/05/2026

If someone close to you is affected by HIV, you may have questions about how best to understand and support them.

New book 'Living Well with HIV’ (BPS Ask the Experts) brings together medical, psychological, and personal perspectives from people living with HIV, so that you can be there for them in a more informed and compassionate way. BPS members get 25% off.

Buy now: https://www.routledge.com/Living-Well-with-HIV-A-Psychological-Social-Medical-and-Personal-Guide/Evangeli-Namiba-Jones/p/book/9781032886244

Coaching Psychologist Dr Rose Aghdami shares her expertise in 'How to FUEL Your Resilience' (BPS Ask The Experts).Drawin...
05/05/2026

Coaching Psychologist Dr Rose Aghdami shares her expertise in 'How to FUEL Your Resilience' (BPS Ask The Experts).

Drawing on years of experience coaching professionals and guiding high-pressure teams, Dr Aghdami shows how to use psychology to build practical, proven resilience skills. Her FUEL model 'Flexibility, Use of resources, Energising, and Locus of control' gives a structured approach to staying confident, focused, and energised in demanding roles.

Buy now on Routledge: https://www.routledge.com/How-to-FUEL-your-Resilience-A-Practical-Guide-to-Developing-Resilience-Skills-for-Professionals/Aghdami/p/book/9781041062585?utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=Social_media&utm_campaign=BPS_books

The mental health of jurors must be a government priority.With proposals to remove jury trials for cases under three yea...
05/05/2026

The mental health of jurors must be a government priority.

With proposals to remove jury trials for cases under three years, jurors may be exposed to more serious and distressing evidence, raising clear questions about the psychological impact of jury service. This , we're calling for specialist juror support to be made available nationwide.

Full response: www.bps.org.uk/news/jurorappreciationweek2026

Do you want to build your sense of belonging within the world of research? Applications for the Postgraduate Study Visit...
05/05/2026

Do you want to build your sense of belonging within the world of research?

Applications for the Postgraduate Study Visit Scheme 2026 open today; an opportunity to gain new perspectives in a fresh environment to further your research career.

After successfully applying to the scheme last year, Ruth reignited her excitement for research by engaging with a diverse mix of professionals at Oslo University.

Apply now: https://www.bps.org.uk/postgraduate-study-visit-scheme

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