Durham University Department of Psychology

Durham University Department of Psychology The Psychology Department at Durham University is consistently ranked among the best in the world fo

29/09/2025

A study involving Dr Monique Botha from our Department of Psychology has found that identity distress (where someone has difficulty forming a cohesive sense of identity) is at the heart of higher rates of poor mental health experienced by autistic people.

The study could help develop more effective ways to improve mental health outcomes for autistic people.

Find out more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wWbRi

Durham University Department of Psychology

21/09/2025
19/09/2025
18/09/2025

Fantastic news ! In the most recent Guardian University Guide, 16 of our subjects are ranked in the UK top 5, and a further 9 subjects are ranked in the top 10 🏅

Whatever your interests and passions, we’ve more than likely got an exciting course for you.

👉Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wVQKP

18/09/2025

Can you make it to the top in our new VR game? Take a lift, climb, or use your new jumping super power!

Very few places remaining for this study. After school and weekend slots available. Drop us a Facebook message to find out more.

18/09/2025

We have refreshed the Basis website this summer, updating and streamlining the evidence summaries, and making the layout more 'mobile friendly'. Come take a look, and as always, please share! Link in comments.

18/09/2025

You’ve probably seen the word “narcissist” thrown around online in headlines, on dating apps or in therapy-themed TikToks. But the label that people often unthinkingly slap on toxic bosses or reality TV villains hides a much more complicated psychological picture. Here our Assistant Professor ...

12/09/2025

Why do people behave in a certain way?💡

How can you help them to change their behaviour patterns to take your organisation to the next level?🧠

Our new online short courses with the Department of Psychology provide you with the tools you need to master the science of behaviour change and make a real impact on your future and that of your organisation.

⏲️Designed to fit around you and your schedule, typically running across three weeks (around 3 hours of learning per week).

💳 FutureLearn offer different pricing options.

👀 Come away with real, practical tips to take back into your organisation.

📜 Receive a digital certificate when eligible.

Get started today: https://brnw.ch/21wVDKp

09/09/2025

🧠 Calling all parents with children between 2y6mo and 4y11mo 🧠

Help us understand early number and maths learning! 🔢

Contact [email protected] for details.

05/09/2025

The study also shows that time ‘alone’ for new mothers is now always with their baby present and this time is rarely restful.

05/09/2025

A new study involving Professor Zanna Clay of our Psychology Department reveals the way in which babies are soothed could be more important than how quickly mothers respond🤱👶

Read more about this fascinating research: 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wVv7L

Address

Durham

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Durham University Department of Psychology posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share