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We produce impactful research, train psychology graduates & psychologists, work with industry/govt, & support community wellbeing. CRICOS 00120C, TEQSA PRV12002
Canberra, Australia
Joined November 2014
Breaking the silence on sexual harassment in medicine; 1/3 of doctors face this issue. Assoc. Prof. Louise Stone lead a summit resulting in new Sexual Safety Standards focusing on prevention, support and rehabilitation, these standards aim to empower survivors and organisations!
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Professor Paul Fitzgerald delved into breakthroughs in treating stubborn depression, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation. Joined by esteemed guests, we explored new avenues for managing depression & fostering hope. Let's stand by each other on the path to mental well-being!
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Why do some peaceful protests and collective actions turn violent? In this newly published research by Professor Michael Platow and colleague they assess the interplay between intergroup social psychology and micro-sociology to provide a fuller picture.
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Collective actions (e.g., protest marches, social movements) that begin peacefully sometimes turn into violent clashes between demonstrators and police, with alarming consequences. Research on the...
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New research by Professor Michael Platow and team
journals.plos.org
The current research examined the proposition that debates over same-sex marriage are characterized, at least in part, by conflicting understandings about what is and is not prejudiced, normative and...
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Congratulations to Phd scholar @bethany_muir.awarded a travel grant to attend the @officalSARMAC conference being held in Japan this year. Beth's research answers the question ‘Can a virtual background influence a witness’s credibility?'
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A research opportunity exists for interested Honours, Master & PhD candidates. Join an experienced research team working on a project about sleep in people with eating disorders. If you know someone who'd be a fit for this project, please share.
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How do we define, understand and cultivate wellbeing? Find out in this first of its kind scientific book, Toward an Integrated Science of Wellbeing launched by @HonJulieBishop. Purchase the book promo code: ASPROMP8 for 30% discount
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Meet the research team working on brain stimulation and psychedelic therapies . Led by @PBFitzgerald, @b_fitzgibbon & Dr Neil Bailey, the team is passionate about creating better outcomes for patients with depression and other mental health issues.
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Job opportunity within a growing, vibrant, and friendly team at the ANU School of Medicine and Psychology for a Postdoctoral Fellow with experience in social identity and/or social cognition. Applications close 6 April. More details:.
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Why are misogynistic and anti-feminist views, like those espoused by Andrew Tate, appealing to thousands of men worldwide, and how can we stop it? . Research underway at ANU aims to find the answers. #IWD2023 #InternationalWomensDay @ourANU @scienceANU.
anu.edu.au
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RT @ANUAlumni: ANU alumnae in STEM, @scienceANU and @anucecc invites you to join a personal development workshop event.This event is a gre….
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Congratulations to Dr Dave Pasalich & team, and all recipients of #AustralianRotaryHealth funding. Dave's project is titled ‘Improving child mental health in foster care: A pilot randomised trial of an attachment-and-trauma-informed intervention’
australianrotaryhealth.org.au
The new year is here and Australian Rotary Health (ARH) selected the projects that will receive grants to conduct research on the mental health of children
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It was our pleasure to host A/Prof Nomura, Kyoto University, visiting Dr Junwen Chen from the ANU Emotion and Behaviour Lab. Dr Nomura's research looks at how self-transcendent emotions such as awe and compassion can be incorporated into daily life for better mental health.
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Welcome to O-week! If you're on the fence about whether you should participate in o-week activities - the answer is a resounding 'yes'. Sarah Walker, ANU Enagement and Success Manager and PhD scholar examining the importance of orientation, explains why.
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PostDoc position (3-years) at University of Aberdeen to work on a project about unpleasant touch. Application deadline: 20 February. More info
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What are the predictors of safe driving in adults aged 60+? Help us find the answer by participating in this study.
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In a world of misinformation skepticism is needed. PhD scholars Ms Deva Ly and Ms Mary Jiang recently presented their work on misinformation discussing the factors that have contributed to its spread. Image by Tima Miroshnichenko on Pexels
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Congratulations to honours student Ellen Shi, Professor Michael Platow and colleagues on their recent publication which looked at social distancing preferences and prejudices.
Read online today: Shi, E., Platow, M. J., Bar-Tal, D., Augoustinos, M., Spears, R. and @drdirkdownunder (2022). Pandemic and prejudice: Revisiting Bogardus’s social distance concept in a time of COVID-19.
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