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Beth (she/her)
@brthomas.bsky.social
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✨ Executive Function: currently offline, probably on a side quest ✨

Psych PhD candidate exploring identity, gender & gamers @ Edge Hill University.

Women in Games Ambassador | BPS Cyberpsychology Student rep (PG) & Social Team

https://linktr.ee/brthomas
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Beth (she/her) @brthomas.bsky.social · Oct 6
Quick notice just incase - that I can’t see any messages right now on here since I haven’t added age verification to my account yet - not that I was paticularily good at checking them anyway because ADHD 😊
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keeping my mouth sealed - untill monday 🤐🥳
December 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Stardew Valley is one of my favourite games, so I'm very grateful to have been able to contribute a chapter to The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: Stardew Valley 🌾👩‍🌾

🐓🌟 The PDF is free to download, and you can purchase the book to support the series here: playstorypress.org/books/the-ps...
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December 5, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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🗣️ Did you know you we have a section newsletter, updating our members about upcoming events, news and committee activities? If you're a member and you've not received the Bulletin before, or you're a new section member, make sure you don’t miss out on our upcoming issue using the guide below 🌟
A graphic guide titled “Cyber Section Newsletter” with instructions for ensuring receipt of the cyber psychology bulletin. Step 1 shows the British Psychological Society website header with a blue box around the “My BPS” button and an arrow pointing to it. Step 2 displays a screenshot of the “My BPS” account dashboard with a blue box highlighting the “Preferences” option. Hand-drawn arrows and text label each step. A continuation of the step-by-step guide within the “My BPS” account. Step 3 shows the “Preferences” section with a boxed area labeled “Email” and a checked option reading “Please send me information by email.” Hand-drawn arrows point to the checkbox. Below, Step 4 highlights a boxed “Cyberpsychology Section” option with a checked “Latest news” box. Text at the bottom states that setup is complete and encourages the reader to watch their inbox.
December 4, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Another, longer, virtual event series could be Pomodoro Party/Writing Sessions ⏳📝

Like mini writing retreats, using productivity techniques like body-doubling - creating a space for finally starting (or finishing) that thing we’ve all said “we’ll get done by monday” for the last three months!
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December 3, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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One idea we have for a casual event, hosted virtually via our Circle page, is a Cyber Coffee & Chat ☕ 💻

These would be occasional informal catch ups for our member community. These could be a relaxed 30-45 minute morning or lunchtime period where section members can drop in, connect, and catch up.
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December 3, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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🗣️ We want to hear your thoughts about future cyber section events!

We've been putting together some ideas, but we want to plan things that you want to be part of - so we’d love to hear your feedback about the kind of events our members would enjoy and be interested in attending 🌟

#Cyberpsychology
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December 3, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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🚨 Quick Update! 🚨

We’re still currently unable to access our BlueSky messages. If you’ve messaged us and haven’t heard back, that’s why!

We have created a handy LinkTree (found in our bio) which will take you to our other socials where you can message us.

Thanks so much for your understanding! 💙
December 3, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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Deadline next week!! Don't forget to register your interest to join the BPS AI task group if you haven't already 📢
bpscyberpsychology.bsky.social BPS Cyberpsychology @bpscyberpsychology.bsky.social · Nov 5
🌟Excellent opportunity for Cyber section members🌟

The BPS is seeking members to join the #AI Task Group, which will play a central role in shaping guidelines for psychologists working with AI.

🔗 Full details, contact info, and interest submission form at: bit.ly/bps-AI-task-group

#Cyberpsychology
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November 24, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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We’ve been made aware we might be having some issues with our contact emails - we might be the cyber section but it seems we get tech issues just like everyone else 👩‍💻 If you’ve emailed us recently and not received a reply please message our page on LinkedIn so we can get back to you ASAP!
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November 27, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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📢 Call for Papers: Special Issue on AI & Technology in the Social World

Psicologia Sociale – Social Psychology Theory & Research is seeking submissions on how AI and tech shape social life: relationships, perceptions, ethical/moral implications etc.

More info here: drive.google.com/file/d/1cNEX...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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November 17, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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📣 PhD/ECR researchers who are a part of the BPS Cyberpsychology section - several small grants are open to support your research and/or dissemination of research! The deadline is 5/12/25 so make sure to put something in soon.

#Cyberpsychology #PhDers #PhDfunding #ECRs #scholarshipopportunities
bpscyberpsychology.bsky.social BPS Cyberpsychology @bpscyberpsychology.bsky.social · 24d
Exciting News! We are now offering several small grant funding opportunities to our section members who are post-graduate (PhD) or early career researchers 🌟

For full details and how to apply, visit our micro-site and head to the 'Funding' tab @ bit.ly/4hVNVbD

#Cyberpsychology #ECRs #PhD #grants
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November 13, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Dr Dawn Branley-Bell (@thecyberpsyche.bsky.social) who serves as Past Chair on the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee. Dawn has chaired our section for the past 3 years, completing her term at the 2025 conference in Birmingham 🌟

#Cyberpsychology
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November 10, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Should we do a 're-introducing the committee' post for @daniellehope25.bsky.social? 😆 Don't let the change name stop you from keeping up with Dr Danielle (now) Hope's exciting research and work!
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November 10, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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🌟Excellent opportunity for Cyber section members🌟

The BPS is seeking members to join the #AI Task Group, which will play a central role in shaping guidelines for psychologists working with AI.

🔗 Full details, contact info, and interest submission form at: bit.ly/bps-AI-task-group

#Cyberpsychology
Graphic announcement for an opportunity from the British Psychological Society titled “Call for cyber psychologists.” It invites psychologists to join the BPS AI task group to help shape BPS guidance on how psychologists understand, respond to, and engage with AI technology in clinical and applied settings. The deadline for statements of interest is the 5th of December 2025. It provides application details at bit.ly/bps-AI-task-group and contact information for the practice team at PracticeTeam@bps.org.uk. The graphic design features dark blue and teal abstract wave patterns with light green and white text, and the British Psychological Society logo at the bottom left.
November 5, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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There is a disconnect between what digital leaders face and how they’re trained, representing a systemic failure that requires investment in training and ongoing support to sustain leaders, protect communities, and ensure the viability of digital gaming spaces.

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Understanding The Needs Of Video Game Digital Communities — Shine A Light Gaming
Gaming communities need leaders who can keep people safe. But most community managers and moderators get zero training before they start. Players expect freedom and protection from harassment and hate...
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November 3, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we are introducing Carol Brooks, a Cyber and Organisational Psychologist who serves on the Careers, Industry and Outreach team on the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee, as well as a reviewer for the Cyberpsychology bulletin 🌟

#Cyberpsychology #CyberBulletin
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November 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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If you want to find out more about Catherines research, check out her latest empiricle research paper - using mixed-methods, to explore the impact of a co-designed #socialconnectivity app on #OlderAdults and #digitalloneliness below 🤩

@catherinetalbot.bsky.social

#cyberpsychology #digitalhealth
November 3, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Dr Graham Scott, who was a founding member of the BPS Cyberpsychology section 🤩 He serves as treasurer on the committee, and has also been conference lead for the past few years!

#Cyberpsychology #psycholinguistics #ghosting #onlinedating
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October 28, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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👋Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Dr Danielle Paddock (she/her), who is part of our social/communications team on the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee 🌟

#Cyberpsychology #identitydevelopment #digitalidentity #wellbeing #digitalwellbeing
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October 27, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Nadine Rose-Smith (she/her), who is one of our industry representatives and is our new conference lead on the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee!

#Cyberpsychology
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October 20, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Fraser Carey (he/him), who is our Undergraduate Student Representative on the Careers and Outreach Team within the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee and on the Cyber Bulletin Team 🎓📚

@frasercarey.bsky.social

#Cyberpsychology #BPSStudents
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October 21, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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👋 Meet the Committee!

Today we're introducing Professor Darren Chadwick who serves as a member of the BPS Cyberpsychology Section Committee. He supports the section committee around the conference and cyber bulletin.

#Cyberpsychology
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October 14, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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It's #WorldMentalHealthDay so we're taking a moment to reflect - mental health affects us all, and taking care of it is something we can support together 💙🌍

💬 Find support: Samaritans - 116 123 | Mind - www.mind.org.uk

🔗 Resources from the Mental Health Foundation: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
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October 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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It’s meeee!!!
October 15, 2025 at 8:37 AM