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Dalhousie University Department of Psychology and Neuroscience
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The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience conducts world-class research and training. We offer Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience, as well as an accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology.

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Join us tomorrow for the Terry Anders Memorial Lecture with speaker Dr. Kathryn Birnie (UCalgary) for her talk “Mobilizing Pain Science in Psychology: From Lab Research to Health Systems Change.”

Nov. 13
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
LSC P4260

Hosted by Dr. Christine Chambers. Reception to follow.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Our congratulations to Justin Shimizu, a PhD student in clinical psychology (supervisor Dr. Natalie Rosen), on receiving a prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship!! Learn more about Justin's outstanding achievement in Dal News: www.dal.ca/.../vanier-b....
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November 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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SKIP is growing! We're #hiring a Director of Strategy & Operations to help lead strategic growth & advance our mission to improve children's pain management. Join us in the Admin Centre on the Dalhousie Campus in #Halifax - Apply today! tinyurl.com/ykwmeztz #ItDoesntHaveToHurt
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October 21, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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Join us for the Terry Anders Memorial Lecture on Nov. 13, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in LSC P4260. Dr. Kathryn Birnie (UCalgary) and Dal Alum (PhD'16) will discuss “Mobilizing Pain Science in Psychology: From Lab Research to Health Systems Change.” Hosted by @drcchambers.bsky.social
A black and white photo of Dr. Terry Anders laying in a grassy field. He has messy mid-length hair and a beard. A colour photo off Dr. Birnie sitting in a wicker chair. Her hair is long and she is leaning forward with her hands clasped, while smiling to camera. Talk details in caption.
October 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Join us for the Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture on October 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in LSC Room P4260. Dr. Laura Lambe from St. Francis Xavier University will discuss “Bullying and Youth Mental Health: Supporting Healthy Relationships for Healthy Development,” hosted by Dr. Sherry Stewart.
Black and white photo of Jacob. He is a young man in a t-shirt. He wears a beard and glasses while smiling. "Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture, October 16, 2025." A head and shoulder shot of Dr. Lambe. She has blonde hair she wears in a side-parted bob. She smiles. "Dr. Laura Lambe, Assistant Professor, Psychology, St. Francis Xavier University."
October 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Join us for the Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture on October 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in LSC Room P4260. Dr. Laura Lambe from St. Francis Xavier University will discuss “Bullying and Youth Mental Health: Supporting Healthy Relationships for Healthy Development.” Hosted by Dr. Sherry Stewart.
Black and white photo of Jacob. He is a young man in a t-shirt. He wears a beard and glasses while smiling. "Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture, October 16, 2025." A head and shoulder shot of Dr. Lambe. She has blonde hair she wears in a side-parted bob. She smiles. "Dr. Laura Lambe, Assistant Professor, Psychology, St. Francis Xavier University."
October 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Join us for the Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture on October 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in LSC Room P4260. Dr. Laura Lambe from St. Francis Xavier University will discuss “Bullying and Youth Mental Health: Supporting Healthy Relationships for Healthy Development,” hosted by Dr. Sherry Stewart.
Black and white photo of Jacob. He is a young man in a t-shirt. He wears a beard and glasses while smiling. "Jacob Hamilton Memorial Lecture, October 16, 2025." A head and shoulder shot of Dr. Lambe. She has blonde hair she wears in a side-parted bob. She smiles. "Dr. Laura Lambe, Assistant Professor, Psychology, St. Francis Xavier University."
September 25, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Help make a difference!
kidsinpain.bsky.social Solutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · Jul 22
📣 Help shape the future of pediatric pain care! SKIP is building a new strategic plan + implementation guide — and we want your input. 💬

Take the survey before Sept 15 + enter to win a prize pack! 🎁
🔗 tinyurl.com/mry746kb
#ItDoesntHaveToHurt
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August 14, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Due to the forecasted rain, the flag raising and BBQ will now take place in the Weldon Law Building Atrium. See you there!
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Gather in the Studley Quad as we raise the Progress Pride Flag in solidarity and celebration.

Stick around for a free BBQ at the Killam Library Podium! 🌈 🍔
July 7, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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Come work with us! We are currently seeking a Community-Based Research and Project Coordinator (Mental Health) for a contract from July to December 2025. Deadline to apply: July 10, 2025 at 4pm Atlantic time. For more information visit www.migrantjusticens.ca/opportunities/
June 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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June 8, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Congratulations to Dr. Penny Corkum on being honoured with the 2025 Charles JA Hayes Lifetime Contribution Award by the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia.👏 🌟 The award was bestowed by the Chair of the APNS Nominations and Awards Committee, Jeanette Kennedy.
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June 13, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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The Quantitative Method Section of the Canadian Psychological Association has released it's yearly newsletter. It has a few short #stats articles, details on the upcoming #cpa2025 conference presentation schedule and memes!

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June 9, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Everyone is invited to a talk by Dr. Marta Kryven, Assistant Professor with the Dal Faculty of Computer Science, entitled "Reverse-engineering real-world priors." The talk is hosted by the Dept. of Psychology and Neuroscience. Thursday, May 15 at 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the LSC, Rm P4260.
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May 8, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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Save the date! June 24-25.
Join us for three days of engaging sessions and meaningful conversations as together, we’ll explore diverse approaches to accessibility in education and consider how we can create more inclusive learning environments for all. dal.ca/clt
May 7, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Our 25/26 call for community, academic, and professional trainees is now available. Applications due May 31st!

Notre appel à candidatures 25/26 pour les stagiaires communautaires, universitaires et professionnel·le·s est désormais ouvert. La date limite est fixée au 31 mai!

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EN: 2S/LGBTQ+ Simplified Logo, featuring the outline of a circle that fades between the following colours clockwise: black, brown, purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, red Text on image says: Community, Professional and Academic Trainees. Join us in 2025-26. Application now available on our webpage. Deadline – May 31, 2025 at Midnight, PT FR: Logo simplifié 2S/LGBTQ+, présentant le contour d'un cercle qui s'estompe entre les couleurs suivantes dans le sens des aiguilles d'une montre : noir, marron, violet, bleu, vert, jaune, orange, rouge Le texte sur l'image dit : Stagiaires universitaires ou professionnel·le·s. Rejoignez-nous en 2025/26. Candidature maintenant disponible sur notre webpage
April 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Many people in Nova Scotia have difficulty getting mental health support. The Dal Centre for Psychological Health is helping to solve this problem. The center offers free care to low-income individuals and trains future psychologists. Learn more in the Dal Solutions story. www.dal.ca/news/2025/04...
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April 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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A novel brain-computer interface (BCI) harnessed a user’s brain signals to power the speech and facial expressions of a digital avatar she co-designed. bit.ly/AiCommunication
How This AI-Powered System Aims to Cut Communication Lags for People with Paralysis
A novel brain-computer interface (BCI) harnessed a user’s brain signals to power the speech and facial expressions of a digital avatar she co-designed.
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March 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Join us for the Graham Goddard Lecture on March 20 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the LSC, Room P4260. Guest speaker Dr. Veronica Whitford from the University of New Brunswick will give a talk entitled "Neurocognitive Crossroads: Exploring Shared Impairments in Schizophrenia and Dyslexia."
March 4, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Are you interested in working in a dynamic research environment to help bring research closer to practitioners and policy makers? The Canadian Research Initiative in Substance Matters (CRISM) Atlantic is looking to fill 2 part-time roles. Job postings: dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/18320
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February 28, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Dal Grad students join us on March 6 at 11:30 AM in LSC Room P4260 for the DAGSiP Career Panel! Explore diverse paths in psychology and neuroscience. Meet experts, ask questions, and network over refreshments! RSVP by March 3 👉 ow.ly/IGFi50V3Ig8 #CareerDevelopment #Neuroscience #Psychology
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February 20, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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An outstanding @nytimes.com piece by Allison Sweet Grant highlights a crucial truth: we should never lie to kids about pain.

Research (including our own which is cited in the article) strongly supports this.

Must-read: www.nytimes.com/2025/02/17/o...

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Opinion | There’s One Lie I Will Never Tell My Children
It’s “This won’t hurt.”
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February 17, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Hello—we're excited to join the Bluesky community! As the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Dalhousie University, we'll be sharing news, events, research, and opportunities. We hope to connect with academics, graduate students, and researchers.
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February 12, 2025 at 6:44 PM