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Chrissie Fitch

@fitchychris.bsky.social
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Elim Psychology Services • Child Psychometrist | Editor | Reviewer | Research Associate | Theatre Critic | Glossophobic | Foodie. Neurodiversity + Trauma, Adenomyosis, Self-Image. All my views!

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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Have you seen how much we've published this week? All available to explore via www.bps.org.uk/psychologist
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
The life we remember is never quite the life we lived… Seçil Güngör looks at Leo Tolstoy and Sofya Tolstaya's diaries to ask how two people can share a history without sharing the same psychological reality. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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The life we remember is never quite the life we lived | BPS
Seçil Güngör asks how two people can share a history without sharing the same psychological reality.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
'A need for validation and belonging' @fitchychris.bsky.social, associate editor for Culture, reviews plays - Who Killed Marilyn? and Cyrano de Bergerac. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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'A need for validation and belonging' | BPS
Chrissie Fitch, associate editor for Culture, reviews plays - Who Killed Marilyn? and Cyrano de Bergerac.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Our October edition goes to print... more next week, but in the meantime you might like to explore our related 'Climate and the environment' collection... www.bps.org.uk/collections/...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
‘I’ve always believed psychology should also be a discipline of hope’ As @bpsofficial.bsky.social President Dr Roman Raczka ends his term and Dr Laura Dean takes up the mantle, we spoke to them about the role of President, what it involves and the future of psychology. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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‘I’ve always believed psychology should also be a discipline of hope’ | BPS
As the British Psychological Society President Dr Roman Raczka ends his term and Dr Laura Dean takes up the mantle, Ella Rhodes spoke to them about the role of President, what it involves, and the fut...
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ACAMH - Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health @acamh.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
This Nip in the Bud short film with Dr Sian Williams offers gentle, practical guidance to help parents and carers support a child after a bereavement - especially when they are grieving too. Watch now to learn more. bit.ly/4b2eV7i
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
@psychcooking.bsky.social ‘has written the book the psychology of cooking has been missing, staking a convincing claim that the production side of food deserves the same theoretical seriousness we have long extended to consumption. It is a welcome, timely, and quietly important contribution.’
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Dr Jon Sutton @jonsutton.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre... So true... there is little in this world stronger than a man's desire to eat nuts when told that for a few hours, he can't eat nuts.
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Food allergies when flying are no joke. That's why nuts should be banned on planes | Lucy Pasha-Robinson
People with allergies must be able to travel without fear, and a compassionate society should respect that, says Lucy Pasha-Robinson, an assistant Opinion editor at the Guardian
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The unpolished truth about my first year as an Assistant Psychologist. Zoe Earle has moved swiftly from dissertation deadlines to designated safeguarding lead… www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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The unpolished truth about my first year as an Assistant Psychologist | BPS
Zoe Earle has moved swiftly from dissertation deadlines to designated safeguarding lead…
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
‘Psychologists are the people who can lead this quiet revolution of change’ I met former MP and mental health campaigner Sir Norman Lamb, to talk about his new book, ‘Be More Human: Why Mental Health Care is Broken and What We Can Do To Fix It’. Read, listen, watch. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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‘Psychologists are the people who can lead this quiet revolution of change’ | BPS
Our editor Dr Jon Sutton meets former MP and mental health campaigner Sir Norman Lamb, to talk about his new book, ‘Be More Human: Why Mental Health Care is Broken and What We Can Do To Fix It’.
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Peggy Kay, PhD @drpeggykay.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
apple.news/AIF_JvG2lTly... “‘I keep saying: If you’re the fine Christian that you think you are, why are you judging people,” Parton said…“That’s God’s job…” [and] a few years earlier [she said]: ‘I think gay couples should be allowed to marry. They should suffer just like us heterosexuals.’” 🤍
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Dolly Parton, country music icon, dies at 80 — NBC News
The beloved star’s team said she had faced a brief battle with cancer. In May, she cancelled a Las Vegas show and said she’d been undergoing treatment for kidney stones for several years.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
A Psychology of Food, Cooks and Cooking… Dancia Kendra Susilo reviews David Livert’s deep dive into one of our most ubiquitous behaviours. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Book review: A Psychology of Food, Cooks and Cooking | BPS
Dancia Kendra Susilo reviews David Livert’s deep dive into one of our most ubiquitous behaviours.
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Reposting my review to add that this documentary is now available for everyone to stream from www.traumality.com Hope you find it as eye-opening and useful as I did when I first watched it! #Traumality #TonMazzone
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Making plans for 2027… If you could, with our help, tell a personal / practical / persuasive story around your research or practice in Psychology, we'd love to hear from you. Please take a look at www.bps.org.uk/contribute-p... and then get in touch.
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Jason Arday. Our thoughts and condolences are with his family during this extremely difficult time. Our Chief Executive, Sarb Bajwa shares a few words.
Quote reads: We all have a duty of care to one another. What we must never forget, is that at the centre of situations subject to increased public scrutiny, media and social media attention as well as investigations, are human beings. This should serve as a stark reminder that safeguarding the mental health and wellbeing of those involved must remain a top priority. Chief Executive of the British Psychological Society Sarb Bajwa.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Maybe it's a good time to share our 'Neurodivergence' collection www.bps.org.uk/collections/... …and to point to evidence-based documentaries on the topic? This one's pretty decent www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
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BBC Radio 4 - Archive on 4, Trouble Staying Still: ADHD's Identity Crisis
Sally Marlow reveals the changing faces of ADHD and why it remains so contentious.
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Reposting my review to add that this documentary is now available for everyone to stream from www.traumality.com Hope you find it as eye-opening and useful as I did when I first watched it! #Traumality #TonMazzone
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
@psychcooking.bsky.social ‘has written the book the psychology of cooking has been missing, staking a convincing claim that the production side of food deserves the same theoretical seriousness we have long extended to consumption. It is a welcome, timely, and quietly important contribution.’
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T-FΨN (Teaching-Focused University Network) @t-fun.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
OUR NEXT ONLINE T-FUN SEMINAR IS THIS WEDNESDAY!!! We’re super excited that Dr Hannah Robinson (buff.ly/MiyPitn) will be joining us on Wed the 19th of August 1230-1330 BST. They will be sharing about “Educators Use of Humour in the Classroom Environment”. #HigherEd #Scholarhsip #Teaching #Humour
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
For those getting A-level results and continuing their journey in Psychology, you might appreciate our 'Guide to university life' - which you can also watch in animated form! www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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The Psychologist Guide to… [new] university life | BPS
In 2017 we published The Psychologist Guide to… University Life, 10 evidence-based tips to support new students in settling into university, studying well and looking after their health and finances. ...
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Congratulations to everyone receiving their A Level results today! 🎉 Whether you're celebrating, taking time to reflect, or considering your next steps, today marks an important milestone. Whatever your results, we hope you take a moment to recognise the hard work that's brought you here.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Culture Psychology in film, TV, radio, theatre, music, art, exhibitions, podcasts and more… www.bps.org.uk/collections/... Always happy to consider submissions / ideas for this!
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Culture | BPS
Psychology in film, TV, radio, theatre, music, art, exhibitions, podcasts and more…
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Changing the future of acute trauma informed care… Isabelle Bradbury has reflections as an Assistant Psychologist. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Changing the future of acute trauma informed care | BPS
Isabelle Bradbury has reflections as an Assistant Psychologist.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Teaching Psychology at university: ‘The wind of change is blowing…’ www.bps.org.uk/psychologist... Thanks so much to our interviewees - @dralanajames.bsky.social @juliehulme-psyc.bsky.social Victoria Bourne, Ron Dodzro, Patrick Rosenkranz, Emma McDonald, Andrew Holliman.
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Teaching Psychology at university: ‘The wind of change is blowing’ | BPS
The latest in our series where Ian Florance talks with psychologists in a range of specialisms and working environments.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Just been alerted to an imposter website! What a weird world we live in. Not very believable, because this guy is clearly way better looking than me. But please always visit www.bps.org.uk/psychologist - accept no imitations.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
‘Being a good psychologist means overcoming difficult things while being professional and ethical’ Forensic psych Dr Alice Bennett on how multidisciplinary teamwork and trauma-informed practice are vital to UK prisons, for the @bpsofficial.bsky.social insight series. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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‘Being a good psychologist means overcoming difficult things while being professional and ethical’ | BPS
Forensic psychologist Dr Alice Bennett recently highlighted how multidisciplinary teamwork and trauma-informed practice are vital to improving outcomes and managing risk within UK prisons.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
It's only Tuesday… www.bps.org.uk/psychologist
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
‘Technology is not the direct opponent of play’ @ajohnstone.bsky.social (Associate Editor, and Senior Lecturer at Arden University) discusses the latest Toy Story film with her colleague, Holly Amber Stokes. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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‘Technology is not the direct opponent of play’ | BPS
Ashleigh Johnstone (Associate Editor, and Senior Lecturer at Arden University) discusses the latest Toy Story film with her colleague, Holly Amber Stokes.
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Professor Julie Hulme @juliehulme-psyc.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Exciting times for #Psychology at @nottinghamtrentuni.bsky.social. I’m looking forward to leading the awesome team at the Nottingham Institute of Psychology into its next chapter! @ntupsychology.bsky.social
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Traumality press night was Weds 8 July, and the online premiere 2 weeks later, this Weds 29 July - almost 300 people joined! There’s going to be another online screening this Weds 5 August followed by a panel Q+A as has been done both times previously. Come join! Tickets: www.traumality.com.
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TRAUMALITY
A groundbreaking feature-length documentary, created by filmmaker Ton Mazzone. Traumality explores the growing evidence linking childhood trauma and adversity to many of the mental health diagnoses se...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Some great new stuff this week, and much much more to come next week… feeling very fortunate to have a steady stream of interested and interesting psychologists coming my way… www.bps.org.uk/psychologist
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Kiss my ass: A history of shame and humiliation. @katieebarclay.bsky.social with a theme from her new book 'The Kiss: A History of Passion and Power'. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Kiss my ass: A history of shame and humiliation | BPS
Katie Barclay with a theme from her new book 'The Kiss: A History of Passion and Power'.
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Not offered a place on the Clinical Psychology Doctorate this year? You’re not alone. Our DClinPsy Reflective Space workshop on 4 Aug ’26 is a chance to reflect, process, & feel held within a community of shared understanding & experience. 👉https://www.bps.org.uk/event/dclinpsy-reflective-space-1
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Seeing people beyond their diagnoses… @fitchychris.bsky.social, Associate Editor for Culture, attends press night of the documentary #Traumality (2026), at Everyman Chelsea. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Seeing people beyond their diagnoses | BPS
Chrissie Fitch, Associate Editor for Culture, attends press night of the documentary Traumality (2026), at Everyman Chelsea.
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Very pleased! Big congrats Dr Esther 🤩
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Margaret Thompson 1945-2026 A tribute from James Thompson. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Margaret Thompson 1945-2026 | BPS
A tribute from James Thompson.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Dr Keith Turner 1938-2026 A tribute from Professor Mike Wang. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Dr Keith Turner 1938-2026 | BPS
A tribute from Professor Mike Wang.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
'Hot Mess is a glorious delight' @fitchychris.bsky.social, Associate Editor for Culture, reviews Hot Mess the musical. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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'Hot Mess is a glorious delight' | BPS
Chrissie Fitch, Associate Editor for Culture, reviews Hot Mess the musical.
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
‘I was with students when I found out I had won… it was an emotional experience!’ @cpsychol20lh.bsky.social meets Holly Jackson – winner of the 2026 @bps-dartp.bsky.social Helen Kitching Award (Psychology Teacher of the Year, ages 14-19). www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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‘I was with students when I found out I had won… it was an emotional experience!’ | BPS
Lyndsey Hayes, Chartered Psychologist, Fellow, and member of the British Psychological Society’s Division for Academics, Researchers and Teachers in Psychology (DART-P), meets Holly Jackson – winner o...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
On Monday I'm interviewing Sir Norman Lamb, former health minister and NHS mental health trust chair, about his new book 'Be More Human: Why Mental Health Care is Broken and What We Can Do To Fix It'. Suggested questions welcome!
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Is the cost of attending a conference holding you back presenting your psychology research? Our Early Career Conference Bursary Scheme could help you share your work & attend conferences that matter to your research with up to £500 towards registration & travel. 👉 www.bps.org.uk/early-career...
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Dr Madeleine Pownall @maddipow.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
I'm not being hyperbolic when I say I have been writing this paper for literally years now, so I'm proud that she's finally out in the world. It was also probably the most constructive, kind, challenging review process I've ever had.
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Association for the Teaching of Psychology @theatp.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
As Winner of the Helen Kitching Award, we were so happy to welcome Holly to our annual ATP Conference last weekend. Thank you for hosting your workshop, Holly, and once again, we wish you congratulations!
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
My latest show review for the BPS is up makes for a heartfelt summer watch! See www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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One person’s irrationality becomes another’s coping mechanism | BPS
Chrissie Fitch (Associate Editor, Culture) on the BBC's 'Small Prophets': a warm and whimsical tale of grief, dementia and magical realism.
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Chrissie Fitch @fitchychris.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
How is it July?! 2026a brought some unexpected firsts: I co-facilitated a Q+A for an APA Division newsletter with our brilliant PTR reviewer Alexis, and found out my research was cited in a book and a PLOS One article! #Grateful #ChildPsych #ResearchGate
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Our July/August edition - a Psychological Safety special www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Looking for some weekend, or summer, book recommendations? www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Readers recommend, 2026 | BPS
Whether you’re on a sun lounger, a long-haul flight or a patch of grass down the local park, summer is a great time to stop scrolling and get stuck into a good book. Here are some member and staff rec...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Co-production – helping to make research more accessible and meaningful, through this year's @bpsofficial.bsky.social 'Landmark issue'. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
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Co-production – helping to make research more accessible and meaningful | BPS
This year’s British Psychological Society Landmark Issue highlights the growing role of co-production in psychological research, bringing together cross-disciplinary work that emphasises involving sta...
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Sparking curiosity around our cyberpsychological life… Kate Wojcicka reviews An Introduction to Cyberpsychology (2nd Edition), published by the @bpsofficial.bsky.social with Routledge in the Core Textbooks series. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist... @kirwanpsych.bsky.social
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Sparking curiosity around our cyberpsychological life | BPS
Kate Wojcicka reviews An Introduction to Cyberpsychology (2nd Edition), published by the British Psychological Society with Routledge in the Core Textbooks Series.
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