Psychologists for Social Change is a network of applied psychologists, academics, therapists, psychology graduates and others who are interested in applying psychology to policy and political action. We believe that people's social, political and material contexts are central to their experiences as individuals. We aim to encourage more psychologists to draw on our shared experience and knowledge to engage in public and policy debates.
ELECTION WEEK OF ACTION!
Monday 2nd to Friday 6th December
Read the PSC Manifesto
Check out our analysis of the party manifestos
Monday 2nd to Friday 6th December
Read the PSC Manifesto
Check out our analysis of the party manifestos
How to get out of your political bubble this General ElectionThe election result could be changed by people shifting their opinions on specific issues, which is why it is worth engaging others on issues you care about. But what if you’re starting from very different positions? Read more about this and other topics on the PSC blog
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RACISM IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT
Read a letter by Nimisha Patel on behalf of colleagues in response to the "social programme" at the Group of Trainers in Clinical Psychology annual conference
Read a letter by Nimisha Patel on behalf of colleagues in response to the "social programme" at the Group of Trainers in Clinical Psychology annual conference
Read our briefing paper on the impact of austerity
- Humiliation and shame
- Fear and distrust
- Instability and insecurity
- Isolation and loneliness
- Being trapped and powerless
Briefing papers
Austerity ailmentsWe've pulled together evidence that shows how cuts have been toxic for people’s wellbeing and mental health
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Preaching to the non-convertedOur guide to communicating abstract concepts like 'austerity' and 'inequality' to a broad audience
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Universal basic incomeA psychological impact assessment of universal basic income
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Join your local group
Click through to Groups under the More navigation tab above to find your local group. If you don't see a group near you and you want to start one, here are some thoughts about how to do that.
Questions? Do contact us using the form below or email psychologychange@gmail.com
Questions? Do contact us using the form below or email psychologychange@gmail.com
Campaigns and Actions
Children’s mental health1400 people signed our open letter to the government requesting changes to their Children and Young People's Mental Health green paper
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Revisioning educationWe draw on the views of students to think about how the education system could be transformed from coercive to nourishing
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Everyday impact of cutsOur Everyday Austerity campaign documents how cuts have impacted anyone who works for, uses or needs psychological services
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Esther McVey and SamaritansMcVey's appointment to the Samaritan's board is incompatible with her voting record as a minister
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Origins of HappinessWhy it is dangerous to focus on alleviating mental health problems rather than poverty
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Psychologically healthy policy?We examine government policies for their potential or actual psychological impact
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