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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · 8d

Ten years on from publication - this big lad hits 1000 citations. Congrats @cfernyhough.bsky.social!

Probably the longest paper we will ever write. If you get to the end you get a badge and a certificate. And hopefully you will learn something about inner speech.

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Inner Speech: Development, Cognitive Functions, Phenomenology, and Neurobiology - PubMed

Inner speech-also known as covert speech or verbal thinking-has been implicated in theories of cognitive development, speech monitoring, executive function, and psychopathology. Despite a growing body...

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 19d

We are The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026 and ranked third overall in its Good University Guide. Congratulations to our global university community on this success. 🎉

Read more: brnw.ch/21wVU4Q

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Sheina Lew-Levy @sheinalew.bsky.social · 27d

@durhampsych.bsky.social current has 5 (FIVE!!) PhD studentships being advertised!

3 to work with me on children as agents of cultural evolution

2 to work with @drboothroyd.bsky.social on examining school-based body image interventions.

Please share and apply!

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Fees and Funding - Durham University

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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · Sep 5

We are hiring! New Asst Prof (G8) post @durhampsych.bsky.social

*All areas* but with some teaching in forensic psych. Deadline September 16.

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Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Sep 4

Congratulations to all 20 of our researchers who will be part of expert sub-panels for #REF2029.

The number and breadth of expertise demonstrates the excellence in research here at Durham.

www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

@ref2029.bsky.social #research #excellence

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Georgia Tuohy (she/her) @georgiamt.bsky.social · Aug 21

Excited to share our new paper investigating Ugandan mothers' experience of gender roles and how it impacts their children's socio-emotional development! dx.doi.org/10.1002/icd....

@drboothroyd.bsky.social @zannaclay.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @durhamdcerc.bsky.social

The Impact of Maternal Experience of Gender Roles on Children's Socio‐Emotional Development in Uganda: A Qualitative Study

Cultural learning environments and gender roles play a key role in shaping children's development, particularly regarding their social and emotional skills. However, most work on this topic relies on...

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Sep 3

A new ‪study shows new mothers only have about an hour of their waking day for rest, leading to stress, loneliness and emotional exhaustion.

www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

@thuyvytnguyen.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social

A mum kissing her baby's foot while it's lying on the bed.

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Sep 4

Deadline for applications is 16th September!

Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Aug 19

Come and work with us!
We have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Assistant Professor. The post is full-time & permanent and is open to applicants from all areas of psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in forensic psychology. To apply➡️ bit.ly/3V7nqW9

Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

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Lynn Wrightson @lynnwr38.bsky.social · Sep 1

September always brings with it that old back-to-school feeling and the urge to learn something new.

Feel the same? Check out our professional short courses in behavioural science - flexible, online, and grounded in real world insight bit.ly/BehSciCPD

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Aug 19

Come and work with us!
We have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Assistant Professor. The post is full-time & permanent and is open to applicants from all areas of psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in forensic psychology. To apply➡️ bit.ly/3V7nqW9

Assistant Professor (Research %26 Education)

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Aug 15

Join us as we explore the challenges faced by psychology educators when teaching about sex and gender. Registrations now open for our free webinar.

Monday 8 September, 1pm - 2pm BST
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#HigherEd #Psychology #TeachingPsychology #SexAndGender #InclusiveTeaching #UKAcademia #Pedagogy

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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ReaderBank @thereaderbank.bsky.social · Aug 13

It’s our first day at @edbookfest.bsky.social and our website has had a glow-up – go and take a look!
readerbank.org

The ReaderBank website: black text on a blue-purple background saying 'Reimagining imagination. How do you imagine the things you read? Discover more about your mind and contribute to cutting-edge research on the science of our inner worlds.' Two buttons saying 'Find out more' and 'Get involved'. A blue and red flower overlayed on top for decoration.

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Aug 13

The #ReaderBank Imagination Quiz aims to understand readers’ imaginations with potential to enhance mental health therapies.

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@thereaderbank.bsky.social @durhamimh.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @aldersonday.bsky.social @georgiapunton.bsky.social @edbookfest.bsky.social

A number of picture cards on a table showing the words Readerbank, the Chameleon, the Narrator and other examples.

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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · Aug 13

New from @durhamimh.bsky.social - the first @thereaderbank.bsky.social paper! We identify 4 factors in a new scale of reading imagery, the ReaderBank Imagination Quiz.

Well done 1st author @georgiapunton.bsky.social & thanks to our partners at @edbookfest.bsky.social

Cc @durhampsych.bsky.social

PsyArXivBot @psyarxivbot.bsky.social · Aug 13

The Forces of the Imagination: Exploring dimensions of mental imagery using the ReaderBank Imagination Quiz (RBIQ): https://doi.org/10.31234/osf.io/47hq9_v1

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Aug 1

In a first study of its kind, our researchers have co-produced and tested a physical activity intervention with service users and staff in secure mental health units.

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@proftammiwalker.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social

Working together with people in secure mental health units to stay healthy - Durham University

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Aug 8

I am very pleased to share our new website for 'The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab' @durhampsych.bsky.social
you can join the database for free. Take a look. Happy weekend everyone 😀
healthjusticeforensicresearch.webspace.durham.ac.uk

Introduction to The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab - The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Jul 29

Just launched! Professional short online courses in behavioural science at Durham University.

👉Behavioural Science at Work: Applying Behavioural Insights to Boost Business Performance bit.ly/3U5szh3

👉Identity & Inclusion: Behavioural Insights for Leaders bit.ly/4flkMFK

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Jul 3

We had a fantastic day yesterday celebrating Congregation with our psychology graduates. It’s always such a joy to mark the achievements of our incredible students — congratulations to all!
#durhampsychology #durhamuniversitycongregation #classof2025

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Jun 19

We are a World Top 100 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) - since 2010.

We’ve strengthened our academic reputation, are 64th globally for employability and 22nd for sustainability.

#QSWUR

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Jun 4

This June, we will host @erc.europa.eu Scientific Council meeting. We're highlighting some of our ERC-supported projects, starting with a 5-year study by Prof @markonardini.bsky.social on the capacity of the human brain. Read more👉 bit.ly/3FpQ150
@durhampsych.bsky.social @britishacademy.bsky.social

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Jun 3

Beyond the Nudge
Join our dynamic, thought-provoking online discussion on the evolving role of behavioural science in business, policy, leadership, and behaviour change, with reflections from those shaping its future.

Wednesday 25 June, 1pm (GMT)
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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · May 29

Our brilliant @proftammiwalker.bsky.social is speaking on this important topic today at the Public Policy Exchange event 'Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system'

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · May 24

Very honoured to be speaking at this event next week - Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system. 😀
www.publicpolicyexchange.co.uk/event.php?ev...

Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system | Public Policy Exchange

In May 2024, the UK government reported that there had been a 25% increase in the remand women’s population for December 2022-December 2023. Women were sent to prison on 5,164 occasions in the y

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · May 14

Deadline is just over a week away! See details and link below for job spec and how to apply.

Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Apr 24

📣We are hiring! Join us as a Career Development Fellow, full-time, fixed-term post from this September. To read more and apply 👉 bit.ly/42XI93k Deadline 22nd May. #academicjobs #psychology #psychologyjobs

Career Development Fellowship

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · May 6

Please join us on Friday 9 May 1-2pm to hear Dr Sasha Cook speak about 'Health and Illness-Oriented Leadership for Employees with Chronic Health Conditions (CHC)' Details below ⬇️

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · May 6

🎉Congratulations to Professor Graham Towl from our @durhampsych.bsky.social who has been awarded the prestigious @bpsofficial.bsky.social Lifetime Achievement Award. 🎉 Find out more about Graham's career and his unwavering commitment to improving and saving lives 👉 www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

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