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24.01.2022 We have a great junior role going in the engagement team at the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences! The role is 12 month fixed-term and will require science comms and event mgt expertise for the 75th anniversary celebrations of the School. http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/903794/project-officer

22.01.2022 There’s a risk in some of the western approaches to mindfulness and meditation, some of the approaches are about enhancing or promoting oneself - performance or individual enlightenment. Fundamentally when we take up this practice we ought to be thinking about what it does for those around us, what’s the good that we can do. Why should your practice of mindfulness be beyond a focus on yourself? Watch Dr Nicholas Van Dam, Ajahn Brahm and Dr Lydia Brown discuss this in our recording of 'Beyond Mindfulness' https://youtu.be/OsBMiXXHVMk

22.01.2022 "Santa knows if you’re naughty or nice, but not if you’re sad or stressed. For people feeling down this holiday period, here are some evidence-based tips for managing your emotions." Read the tips from the MSPS Academics in the Functions of Emotions in Everyday Life (FEEL) Lab http://go.unimelb.edu.au/38xi

21.01.2022 Happy New Year! We are pleased to announce the 2021 Neuropsychology Students’ Society committee: Co-Presidents - Carmen Zheng & Henry Holbrook... Secretary - Danielle Courtney Treasurer - Sarah Van Drunen Social Media Manager & Committee Member - Laura Martin General Committee Members - Brianna Davis & Katrina Luzinat We look forward to working with you all in 2021 to continue providing regular neuropsychology lectures, workshops, and webinars, as well as networking and social events. Sign up to be a 2021 NSS member here: https://forms.gle/wxB8KkU6xRceqsva9 Please note, our mailing list resets each year, so even if you have been a past NSS member, be sure to sign up again in order to continue hearing from us. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!

18.01.2022 Melbourne University Professor of Psychology Ron Borland said the spread of misinformation by government MPs was "disturbing". Government members, you would expect to have responsible attitude towards essential information to the Australian population, so it is disturbing on one level that you have people using their role as parliamentarians to spread baseless beliefs, he told SBS News. https://www.sbs.com.au//health-experts-say-government-mps-

16.01.2022 Many women adopt social and political positions that favour men , and many men favour women-friendly positions . People’s politics and practices don’t just track what’s good for them, but also what’s good for their relatives . Dr Khandis Blake and Professor Rob Brooks discuss the reality of gendered political views in The Conversation

13.01.2022 Young people are vaping more and e-cigarettes are easier to access. Dr Michelle Jongenelis says, "It actually isn't that hard to purchase an e-cigarette if you are under 18 as they are readily available online." #vaping

12.01.2022 I gave her on a nice letter headed note paper, in gothic script, the first unhappy license. In case you missed it from 2020, watch Ajahn Brahm, Dr Nicholas Van Dam and Dr Lydia Brown discuss Beyond Mindfulness: The Scientific Examination of Buddhist Practice https://youtu.be/OsBMiXXHVMk

08.01.2022 They go through tough times, but when the opportunity comes to connect with family or resume being grandparents, people are pretty quick to get back to that. Recovering from 2020 has been hard - but older Aussies are much tougher than we think. Read about the new Australian Seniors report with comments from Associate Professor Christina Bryant

05.01.2022 Thank you to our supporters! | Psychology Newsletter | DECEMBER 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/e6e4f566f09f/psychnewsletter-936048

04.01.2022 Music abilities are core to what makes us human. Interested in genetics and #musicscience? We have an exciting PhD opportunity in molecular bio/genetics to help discover genes for singing ability in Australian families. Austin Health Fine Arts and Music at Melbourne - VCA & Conservatorium

04.01.2022 MENTAL: Head Inside is the first exhibition to be presented at Science Gallery Melbourne 's new purpose-built building. In this interactive exhibition, science, technology and art come together to showcase stories and experiences from across the mental health spectrum. Research conducted in collaboration with Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences researchers Dr Simon Cropper and Dr Chris Groot, will investigate visitors' perceptions of the experience and attitudes in relation to the work. #mentalhealth

03.01.2022 GRANT OPPORTUNITY: The Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are the country’s most comprehensive national science awards! This year, there are 16 prizes on offer, each worth $10,000, that cover a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines, which aim to recognise the achievements of scientists, researchers and science communicators at all career stages. Entries close on 28 May 2021.

02.01.2022 Join a burgeoning team of academics and professional staff dedicated to the study of contemplative practice! The Contemplative Studies centre are now hiring for the position of Deputy Director.

02.01.2022 Congratulations to all the MSPS award recipients! | Psychology Newsletter | May 2021 - https://mailchi.mp/8ef9f8ca6818/psychnewsletter-4755954