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      The British Psychological Society

      The UK's voice and home of psychology

      Championing psychology since 1901, we represent and promote psychology, psychologists and the wider psychological professions. Our membership is diverse, but we all share a passion for psychology and the impact it has on individuals and society.

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      The British Psychological Society is looking to appoint a Chair for our Research Board, to take up office from summer 2024-2027.

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    The Psychologist

    Can’t, not won’t: Rethinking school avoidance

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      Online workshop
      DECP Trainee Educational Psychologists' Annual Conference 2025
      08 Jan 2025 • 10:00-16:15
      The conference provides a space for trainees and newly qualified Educational Psychologists to…
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      £24
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      Division of Educational and Child Psychology
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      DECP Annual Conference 2025
      09 Jan 2025 • All day
      The event will consist of two days of workshops and presentations from academics in the field,…
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      Sleep issues and management in people living with dementia and their caregivers
      20 Jan 2025 • 10:30-12:30
      This event is designed for practitioners to further understand the science of sleep and how different…
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      Members: £52.50 (+VAT) / Non-Members: £87.50 (+VAT)
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      Burnout: Is work always the cause?
      21 Jan 2025 • 09:30-11:30
      This webinar is for practitioners exploring a complex issue of burnout and its root cause.…
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