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Durham Psychology
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The Department of Psychology at Durham University

Investigating human nature & processes underpinning our thoughts, feelings, & motivations

https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/psychology/
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October 21, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Ten years on from publication - this big lad hits 1000 citations. Congrats @cfernyhough.bsky.social!

Probably the longest paper we will ever write. If you get to the end you get a badge and a certificate. And hopefully you will learn something about inner speech.

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Inner Speech: Development, Cognitive Functions, Phenomenology, and Neurobiology - PubMed
Inner speech-also known as covert speech or verbal thinking-has been implicated in theories of cognitive development, speech monitoring, executive function, and psychopathology. Despite a growing body...
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September 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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We are The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026 and ranked third overall in its Good University Guide. Congratulations to our global university community on this success. 🎉

Read more: brnw.ch/21wVU4Q
September 19, 2025 at 7:59 AM
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@durhampsych.bsky.social current has 5 (FIVE!!) PhD studentships being advertised!

3 to work with me on children as agents of cultural evolution

2 to work with @drboothroyd.bsky.social on examining school-based body image interventions.

Please share and apply!

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September 11, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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We are hiring! New Asst Prof (G8) post @durhampsych.bsky.social

*All areas* but with some teaching in forensic psych. Deadline September 16.

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Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)
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September 5, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Congratulations to all 20 of our researchers who will be part of expert sub-panels for #REF2029.

The number and breadth of expertise demonstrates the excellence in research here at Durham.

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@ref2029.bsky.social #research #excellence
September 4, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Excited to share our new paper investigating Ugandan mothers' experience of gender roles and how it impacts their children's socio-emotional development! dx.doi.org/10.1002/icd....

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The Impact of Maternal Experience of Gender Roles on Children's Socio‐Emotional Development in Uganda: A Qualitative Study
Cultural learning environments and gender roles play a key role in shaping children's development, particularly regarding their social and emotional skills. However, most work on this topic relies on...
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August 21, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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A new ‪study shows new mothers only have about an hour of their waking day for rest, leading to stress, loneliness and emotional exhaustion.

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@thuyvytnguyen.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social
September 3, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Deadline for applications is 16th September!
Come and work with us!
We have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Assistant Professor. The post is full-time & permanent and is open to applicants from all areas of psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in forensic psychology. To apply➡️ bit.ly/3V7nqW9
Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)
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September 4, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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September always brings with it that old back-to-school feeling and the urge to learn something new.

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September 1, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Come and work with us!
We have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Assistant Professor. The post is full-time & permanent and is open to applicants from all areas of psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in forensic psychology. To apply➡️ bit.ly/3V7nqW9
Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)
Click the link provided to see the complete job description.
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August 19, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Join us as we explore the challenges faced by psychology educators when teaching about sex and gender. Registrations now open for our free webinar.

Monday 8 September, 1pm - 2pm BST
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#HigherEd #Psychology #TeachingPsychology #SexAndGender #InclusiveTeaching #UKAcademia #Pedagogy
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August 15, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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It’s our first day at @edbookfest.bsky.social and our website has had a glow-up – go and take a look!
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August 13, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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The #ReaderBank Imagination Quiz aims to understand readers’ imaginations with potential to enhance mental health therapies.

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@thereaderbank.bsky.social @durhamimh.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @aldersonday.bsky.social @georgiapunton.bsky.social @edbookfest.bsky.social
August 13, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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New from @durhamimh.bsky.social - the first @thereaderbank.bsky.social paper! We identify 4 factors in a new scale of reading imagery, the ReaderBank Imagination Quiz.

Well done 1st author @georgiapunton.bsky.social & thanks to our partners at @edbookfest.bsky.social

Cc @durhampsych.bsky.social
The Forces of the Imagination: Exploring dimensions of mental imagery using the ReaderBank Imagination Quiz (RBIQ): https://doi.org/10.31234/osf.io/47hq9_v1
August 13, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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In a first study of its kind, our researchers have co-produced and tested a physical activity intervention with service users and staff in secure mental health units.

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Working together with people in secure mental health units to stay healthy - Durham University
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August 1, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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I am very pleased to share our new website for 'The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab' @durhampsych.bsky.social
you can join the database for free. Take a look. Happy weekend everyone 😀
healthjusticeforensicresearch.webspace.durham.ac.uk
Introduction to The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab - The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab
The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab
healthjusticeforensicresearch.webspace.durham.ac.uk
August 8, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Just launched! Professional short online courses in behavioural science at Durham University.

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July 29, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We had a fantastic day yesterday celebrating Congregation with our psychology graduates. It’s always such a joy to mark the achievements of our incredible students — congratulations to all!
#durhampsychology #durhamuniversitycongregation #classof2025
July 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM
We are a World Top 100 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) - since 2010.

We’ve strengthened our academic reputation, are 64th globally for employability and 22nd for sustainability.

#QSWUR
June 19, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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This June, we will host @erc.europa.eu Scientific Council meeting. We're highlighting some of our ERC-supported projects, starting with a 5-year study by Prof @markonardini.bsky.social on the capacity of the human brain. Read more👉 bit.ly/3FpQ150
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June 4, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Beyond the Nudge
Join our dynamic, thought-provoking online discussion on the evolving role of behavioural science in business, policy, leadership, and behaviour change, with reflections from those shaping its future.

Wednesday 25 June, 1pm (GMT)
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June 3, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Our brilliant @proftammiwalker.bsky.social is speaking on this important topic today at the Public Policy Exchange event 'Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system'
May 29, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Deadline is just over a week away! See details and link below for job spec and how to apply.
📣We are hiring! Join us as a Career Development Fellow, full-time, fixed-term post from this September. To read more and apply 👉 bit.ly/42XI93k Deadline 22nd May. #academicjobs #psychology #psychologyjobs
Career Development Fellowship
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May 14, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Please join us on Friday 9 May 1-2pm to hear Dr Sasha Cook speak about 'Health and Illness-Oriented Leadership for Employees with Chronic Health Conditions (CHC)' Details below ⬇️
May 6, 2025 at 1:56 PM