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Discovering psychology led Andrew to a new career
Growing up in North London, Andrew, 49, didn’t enjoy the academic side of school and left at 16 with 11 O-Levels. After a spell in ... -
Children are far from protected from junk food ads – especially on social media
From spreading fake news, to fostering narcissism and online bullying, social media is under increasing fire. The question of how to harness its potential while ... -
How "not very academic" Linda is now on track for a psychology degree
Linda has always been fascinated by what makes “people tick” and in her current role at a law firm she’s worked for many years with ... -
A trans review of 2017: the year of transgender moral panic
Three years ago, 2014 was hailed as “the transgender tipping point” – a year when trans people became more visible and better understood. Sadly, looking ... -
Harvey Weinstein, Sexual Harassment and 21st Century Living
Senior lecturer in psychology Lisa Lazard writes about sexual harassment and today's society: Over the last year, the topic of sexual harassment seems rarely out of the ... -
Five vital things you can't do properly when you're on your phone
In a recent RAC survey, 26% of UK 1,700 motorists reported using a handheld mobile phone while driving, despite it being illegal. In response, road ... -
Seven fails by drivers on hands-free mobiles
Using hand-held mobile phones in cars is illegal for drivers, and many people have turned to using hands-free mobiles as a safe option - but ... -
Lesbian, gay and bisexual teenagers at much greater risk of depression
Adolescence can be tough for young people, but it can be especially hard for teenagers who aren’t straight. Our latest study reveals that lesbian, gay ... -
The real reason you can't quit Facebook? Maybe it's because you can judge your friends
Facebook recently announced that it now has over 2 billion monthly users. This makes its “population” larger than that of China, the US, Mexico and ... -
Selfie culture isn't the root of all evil
The idea that selfies are somehow damaging our mental health is spreading. There is concern that there may be a link between an apparent recent ...
