@BPSScot

We (@BPSOfficial) are the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK. Follow this account for BPS Scottish Branch news.

 Scotland, United Kingdom
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Joined July 2017
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British Psychological Society@BPSOfficialJan 27
There is still much work to be done to deliver Scotland's Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy. New report shows early progress, but inequalities and data gaps remain, affecting women, young people, and those in deprived communities. Our response: bps.org.uk/news/momentum-mus…
Quote reads: Momentum must not be lost on delivery of this vital strategy and its vision of a Scotland free from stigma and inequality where everyone fulfils their right to achieve the best mental health and wellbeing possible. Yana Yaneva Chair of the BPS’s Scottish Branch. Photo of a young girl sitting with a teacher. BPS logo. Psychology matters logo

ALT Quote reads: Momentum must not be lost on delivery of this vital strategy and its vision of a Scotland free from stigma and inequality where everyone fulfils their right to achieve the best mental health and wellbeing possible. Yana Yaneva Chair of the BPS’s Scottish Branch. Photo of a young girl sitting with a teacher. BPS logo. Psychology matters logo

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British Psychological Society@BPSOfficialJan 29
Do you need help funding your research project? Our new Small Research Grants Scheme could give you up to £6000 to cover the costs of doing research, including equipment & staffing. Open to BPS members at any career stage. Join our online launch event: bps.org.uk/event/bps-small-r…
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British Psychological Society@BPSOfficialFeb 3
Have you worked with a psychologist whose research or mentorship inspired you? Nominate them for our Presidents’ Award 2026, celebrating psychologists making a real difference in psychology and the wider community. Nominations close 22nd Feb '26: bps.org.uk/news/bps-presiden…
Quote reads: This recognition strengthens my motivation to carry on with my coaching research so I can care for and support the people around me. Dr Yi-Ling Lai, Presidents’ Award Winner 2024. Photo of a two woman smiling. BPS logo

ALT Quote reads: This recognition strengthens my motivation to carry on with my coaching research so I can care for and support the people around me. Dr Yi-Ling Lai, Presidents’ Award Winner 2024. Photo of a two woman smiling. BPS logo

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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficialFeb 4
Do you know someone whose dedication to psychology stands out? Our Lifetime Achievement Award recognises psychologists whose work has shaped the field & supported others across their career. The winner receives lifetime BPS membership & £1000. 👉 bps.org.uk/news/lifetime-ach…
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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial3 Nov 2025
"#PsychologyMatters beacuse it's transformative." This is the introduction to our new Psychology Matters film which features six BPS members and shines a light on the impact of psychology on people and communities across the UK. 🎬 Watch the full film:bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-film…
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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial6 Oct 2025
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿As part of Scotland’s Mental Health Partnership, we’re looking forward to hearing from Tom Arthur to provide clarity and reassurance around mental health spending in Scotland. #PsychologyMatters
Andrew Learmonth@andrewlearmonth5 Oct 2025
Scotland’s leading mental health organisations are demanding answers over what appears to be a multi-million-pound cut to direct mental health spending, quietly buried in the Scottish Government’s Autumn Budget Revision. heraldscotland.com/news/2551…

Charities demand answers from Scottish Government over secret £16m mental health cut

Groups including SAMH and the RCGPs say ministers need to explain a gap in mental health funding exposed by the Autumn Budget Revision.

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British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial15 Sep 2025
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 We're calling for the next Scottish Government to address the nation's mental health emergency. Scotland's Mental Health Partnership, with 17 organisations, has launched its manifesto today. Read the manifesto 👇 bps.org.uk/news/bps-calls-ur…
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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial15 Sep 2025
We're a proud member of Scotland’s Mental Health Partnership. Together with 16 other organisations, we're calling on the next Scottish Government to take action to address the current mental health crisis.
Change Mental Health@changemh_15 Sep 2025
Scotland is in a mental health emergency. Scotland's Mental Health Partnership, with 17 organisations, has launched its manifesto today. The time for talking is over. It's time for action. Read the full manifesto 👇 smhp.scot/
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British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial16 Jun 2025
Our manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament election launches today. It outlines three key areas with evidence-based recommendations that should form part of the new Scottish govt's agenda across education health & justice. Because #PsychologyMatters: bps.org.uk/news/psychology-m…
Quote reads With ever-increasing demand for already stretched services, it's essential we have a workforce fit for the future to enable better, and more equal, access to services for all. Yana Yaneva, BPS Scottish Branch Chair. Photo of the Scottish Parliament, Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

ALT Quote reads With ever-increasing demand for already stretched services, it's essential we have a workforce fit for the future to enable better, and more equal, access to services for all. Yana Yaneva, BPS Scottish Branch Chair. Photo of the Scottish Parliament, Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial12 May 2025
'As a health psychologist I see every day, how using psychology knowledge and skills can truly transform people's lives.' Chartered health psychologist Heather Connolly explains why she believes #PsychologyMatters The impact of health psychology: bps.org.uk/blog/psychology-m…
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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
Health Psychology Scotland@HealthPsyScot27 Mar 2025
🚨🚨 excited to see Health Psychologists playing a key role in shaping guidelines! Highlighting health psychologys essential contribution to policy, guidance and condition prevention and management. 💪💪🌟🌟 @BPSOfficial @divhealthpsych #healthpsychology #health #diabetes
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BPS Scottish Branch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 retweeted
British Psychological Society@BPSOfficial20 Mar 2025
'We have to stress the value of psychological health in helping people to remain physically & psychologically well.' Dr Lynne Taylor on her role in the @scotgov 'Raising the profile of the value and role of psychological approaches.' #PsychologyMatters bps.org.uk/blog/psychology-m…
Quote reads: Psychology matters because, you can’t have good health without psychological health. Dr Lynne Taylor, The Scottish Government’s Principal Psychology Advisor. Photo of Dr Lynne Taylor. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

ALT Quote reads: Psychology matters because, you can’t have good health without psychological health. Dr Lynne Taylor, The Scottish Government’s Principal Psychology Advisor. Photo of Dr Lynne Taylor. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

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BPS Environmental Psychology Section@BPSEnvPsych5 Aug 2024
UK Environmental Psychologists officially have a 'home' in the @BPSOfficial!! "New Environmental Psychology Section approved" bps.org.uk/news/new-environm…

New Environmental Psychology Section approved | BPS

Following a successful member vote at the recent AGM, members are now able to join the new Environmental Psychology Section.

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bps.org.uk/event/rethinking-… MEMBERS join us TONIGHT at 6pm to hear Nara Morrison speak about RETHINKING IMPOSTER SYNDROME. Follow the link in our advert to retrieve the joining link @BPSOfficial

Rethinking Imposter Syndrome: A Scottish Branch Networking Event | BPS

Presented by Nara Morrison, Impostor Syndrome Institute Associate.

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bps.org.uk/event/scottish-br… 2024 Postgraduate Conference - join us @RGUAppliedPsych on 6 September- call for abstracts is open until 15 July!

Scottish Branch Postgraduate Conference 2024 | BPS

The event aims to bring together PGR and PGT students, to share their research and find out about opportunities available to PG students post-graduation.

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A number of Society Divisions are bringing their Annual Conferences to Scotland this year. First up is The Division of Clinical Psychology on 4th June. This is a hybrid event broadcast from London to locations around the UK and we are delighted that Scotland is included
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bps.org.uk/event/school-and-… @BPSScot look forward to welcoming you to this event @UOSPsychology @MScHealthPsy @aberdeenuni @RGUAppliedPsych @UHIPsychology @ATPScotland @CaledonianNews

From School and College to University: Contemporary Issues in Teaching Psychology | BPS

This one-day conference includes speakers and participative workshops exploring contemporary issues in teaching psychology and supporting educators and students across the sectors.

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Are you opted in to receive member emails? Follow the link to update your contact preferences to receive emails from the BPS and the latest news from your branch: bps.org.uk/faqs/how-can-i-op…
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Thoughts on neurodivergence from BPS members in Scotland, as featured in The Psychologist Special Edition. Very timely as BPS works on its response to the Scottish Government’s LDAN Bill consultation… bps.org.uk/psychologist/neur…

A neuroaffirming approach in Scotland | BPS

An update on British Psychological Society activity.

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Happy New Year! Have a look at our review of 2023 and what lies ahead for BPS members on the Scottish policy front in 2024… bps.org.uk/news/scottish-pub…

Scottish Public Affairs Update - December 2023 | BPS

Our public affairs team provides a review of 2023 and a look ahead.

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