Psychology at Soton

School of Psychology at the University of Southampton - news, events, and more

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

A huge congratulations to all of our students graduating today. We are so proud of all you've achieved, and excited to see what the future holds.

Keep in touch: https://t.co/LgoXEWwxVc

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Congratulations to Postgraduate Researcher Mansi Pattni who was named Runner Up and the People's Choice Award winner in the University's Three Minute Thesis competition, for her presentation 'When AI Faces Look More Human than Real Faces'

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Sharing about yourself and presenting yourself in a positive light on social media can help build stronger relationships, boost support, and increase feelings of connection, research led by PhD student Carmen Surariu has found: https://t.co/Y3CLO8Z9LW

[University of Southampton @unisouthampton]

Our researchers have identified the best dosage for each ADHD medication.

It could help patients avoid dosages that are too low to be effective or too high, causing side effects.

Find out more: https://t.co/MuukLD25Ar

@NIHRresearch | @TheLancet | @CorteseSamuele

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Inflatables, candyfloss and...unicorns! It's been great to celebrate with staff and students at the first Psychology End of Year Carnival today - and raise money for local charity @abbys_heroes

Thanks to everyone who joined us and supported the event.

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Congratulations to Dr Valeria Parlatini, Associate Professor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, who has received an NIHR Advanced Fellowship worth nearly £1.4 million to support effective treatment of ADHD.

Find out more: https://t.co/WAd2fc2rRG

@NIHRresearch

[University of Southampton @unisouthampton]

Families waiting for months or years for an ADHD diagnosis feel stressed, powerless and “forever in limbo” according to a study by our @SotonPsych researchers.

They spoke to parents of children on long waiting lists about their experiences.

Read more: https://t.co/e0hInl2HxR

@elleshead

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Reposting from @UoSPublicEngagement — a fantastic day for our students and staff at Science and Engineering Day.
#ScienceAndEngineeringDay
#UoS

[UoS Public Engagement @UoS_Engagement]

We would love to hear from you 💬Thank you to everyone who joined us for Science and Engineering Day at University of Southampton.

🔗 Feedback: https://t.co/8g1X5fAuSr
#SOTSEF #WeAreUoS #BSW26

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

A tool to identify the needs of neurodivergent children & young people ahead of formal assessment is being trialled locally.

The tool, developed from Southampton research, focuses on their strengths and interests rather than what they find challenging.

https://t.co/ElRsDtLyAA

[UoS Public Engagement @UoS_Engagement]

Here's your sign! Why you need to attend the Science and Engineering Day 2026?

📅 Saturday 14 March 2026
⏰ 10:30 – 16:30
📍Highfield Campus and Boldrewood Innovation Campus

👉 Tickets: https://t.co/dBX0v6ZxMY 🔍

#SOTSEF #WeAreUoS #BSW26 @unisouthampton

[UoS Public Engagement @UoS_Engagement]

Join Dr Claire Hart for an eye opening talk to explore "phubbing", or phone snubbing! She explains why phone distractions can feel so meaningful to partners and how they influence feelings of closeness.

Tickets: https://t.co/KALA6zNpDC
#SOTSEF #WeAreUoS #BSW26 @unisouthampton

[University of Southampton @unisouthampton]

Is your phone your comfort blanket? 📲

Phubbing, checking your phone during conversations, is linked to deeper psychological needs. New research by psychologist Dr Claire Hart shows attachment insecurity and materialism as key factors.

Read more: https://t.co/ab73gKwBqy

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

The colder, darker winter months can feel longer and have an impact on our mood.

Expert in mental health and wellbeing Dr Emma Palmer-Cooper shares her advice for navigating the winter blues and checking in with ourselves and each other:

https://t.co/XLHnZVBTh0

[University of Southampton @unisouthampton]

We are up one place, to 33rd, in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 🎉

@TIME Magazine’s first university world rankings have also placed us 7th in the UK and 39th globally, out of 500 institutions!

Find out more: https://t.co/CpxkBchyhq

@worlduniranking

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

.@DrTomRichardson will feature in an upcoming episode of Panorama, which explores credit card debt and its impact on people’s lives.

Tom will be sharing his insights on the link between mental health & debt.

Tune in on Monday from 8pm on BBC One.

https://t.co/VENyAMuOKa

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

A huge congratulations to all of our 2025 graduates - it was brilliant to celebrate with you today. Wishing you all the very best for the future #WeAreUoS

[University of Southampton News @UoSMedia]

Our researcher Becky Ward was interviewed by @BBCSouthNews and @BBCRadioSolent about the financial cliff edge facing care leavers as they turn 18.

She's been working with Step by Step, who are calling for fairer financial support.

Find out more: https://t.co/5f3C3xkX2K

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Congratulations to @CorteseSamuele who has been included in Clarivate's 2025 Highly Cited Researcher List.

The list recognises researchers whose work has had exceptional reach and influence, ranking in the top 1 per cent of citations for their fields.
https://t.co/SO6mC2gj3p...

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

The University of Southampton School of Psychology Podcast explores the journeys of our professors, lecturers, alumni, and students.

Listen now:

▶️Spotify - https://t.co/Prig36QKIT...
▶️Apple Podcasts - https://t.co/jWV7M8YvBa
▶️YouTube - https://t.co/YngWBLZYDm

[Psychology at Soton @SotonPsych]

Join us for our Inaugural Lecture Series - free events, open to all.

On Wednesday 26 November, Professor Denis Drieghe will discuss how eye movements during reading can provide a window on language processing but needs a broader range of contexts.

https://t.co/T6CNihMp8i