Mobile Phones Affect Relationships
In our highly-connected world, recent research suggests that we are becoming less capable of forming relationships, and Psychologist Vinita Mehta claims that increased media use is one of the...
Going to the Gym is Dangerous for Mental Health
Finally, Psychologists have provided an excuse for skipping the gym and while it may be good for physical health, recent research suggests that it can lead to body dysmorphia. A new study claims...
STEM Starter: Minority Influence
This week's STEM Starter describes Paul's attempt to convince Mary, Mel and Sue of his new diet.
Marking Mocks: Time-Saving Strategies
Teachers are currently spending hours and hours marking mock exams, and the common theme on Facebook at the moment is how to reduce the time spent marking. This inspired me to write a short blog. ...
Schizophrenia and Type 2 Diabetes
The link between schizophrenia and diabetes is well established, and recent research has found that the link between schizophrenia and diabetes exists, even after other lifestyle factors (e.g. diet...
Conformity in Action: Why Our Friends Want Us to Drink?
Anyone attempting Dry January who goes out with friends who are drinking knows just how difficult it is to say ‘no’. Not only do your friends encourage you to drink, they are often unhappy when you...
The Top 10 Psychology Studies of 2016
An article in this week’s Trendintech lists their top 10 psychology and brain science studies of 2016. In no particular order, the research includes:
Better Brain Capacity
Why a Sugar Habit is...
Scientists Discover How Stress Causes Heart Attacks
An article in this week’s Telegraph explains the reason why stress can lead to a heart attack or stroke. AQA Specification Link: This interesting discovery is particularly useful if you are...
Stress: What Is It Good For? Absolutely Nothing!
While stress might be unavoidable, some people seem to strive on stress whereas other people are adversely affected by stress. However, an interesting article on the ScienceDaily website, reports...
In Numbers: Mental Health in Children & Young People
The following statistics were published by Young Minds and highlight some of the issues surrounding mental health in children and young people.
Secondary Schools Offer Mental Health Training
According to an article in The Telegraph, every secondary school in Britain will be offered training to help teachers identify and support children suffering from mental health issues. The...
Psychology Weekly Update & Newsletter
It was another busy week on the Psychology Channel, with more new products added to the Digital Store, 19 new blog posts and the second in our series of 2017 Student Webinars. Here's a roundup of...
NEW: A-Level Psychology Flying Start Workshop
tutor2u are delighted to announce the programme for the Flying Start Student Revision Workshop taking place in March and April, at venues across the country. We have worked with teachers and...
NEW: A-Level Psychology Grade Booster Workshop (AQA & OCR)
tutor2u are delighted to announce the programme for the Grade Booster Student Revision Conferences taking place from March-May at venues across the country.
Using Play-Doh In Biopsychology Lessons
There are very few teaching strategies that I haven’t tried. However, I must confess that I have never used Play-Doh in the classroom.
Mental Health Mates: Walking Your Way to Sanity
The Telegraph shares the story of Bryony Gordon, who through extensively writing about mental health has discovered that it is completely normal to feel ‘weird’. She even describes herself as ‘mad’...
Q&A from AQA: Evaluation in Biopsychology
Below you will find a question and response from AQA in relation to: Evaluation in Biopsychology
Q&A from AQA: 12 Mark Essays in Year 2
Below you will find a question and response from AQA in relation to: 12 Mark Essays in Year 2.
Q&A from AQA: Biopsychology - Shift Work & Jet Lag
Below you will find a question and response from AQA in relation to: Biopsychology - Shift Work & Jet Lag
Q&A from AQA: Incorrect Information in Endorsed Textbooks
Below you will find a question and response from AQA in relation to: Incorrect Information in Endorsed AQA Textbooks.
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