Health Promotion and SmokeFree Programmes

🎙️new episode: I talk to neuroscientist Prof Tali Sharot @affectivebrain about beliefs and emotions. We discuss why changing habit could help us appreciate more, and why lying becomes easier the more we do it. Listen 👇or wherever you get your podcasts. - shows.acast.com/breaking-belie…

"Meaning in life refers to the feeling that people have that their lives and experience make sense and matter" Join our live event with Professor Michael Steger and learn how you can find purpose amid the chaos actionforhappiness.org/find-meaning

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves" ~ Viktor Frankl

Women are around 50% more likely than men to develop COPD even if they have never smoked or smoked much less than their male counterparts, suggests a study in @BMJOpen_Resp. bit.ly/44vIueW

Caring for someone with dementia can be challenging and stressful. Both you and the person with dementia will need support to cope with the symptoms and changes in behaviour. Find more information and support. nhs.uk/conditions/dem…

Join us in our free "Self-compassion and relaxation" wellbeing workshop and find more about how #selfcompassion can help us practise self-acceptance, be more self-aware and cope with higher levels of stress and anxiety combined with #relaxation exercises. eventbrite.co.uk/e/self-compass…

Do you struggle with imposter phenomenon? Our #BPSLearn webinar has been created to give you practical evidence-based tools and techniques to help you overcome impostor feelings and make the most of your psychology journey. Join now: learn.bps.org.uk/local/intellic…

Please re-Tweet to raise awareness: There is no ‘typical’ older person. Communities and countries need adaptable policies. (image: @WHO) #gerontology #geriatrics #aging

Our Tobacco and Vapes Bill will protect the public, NHS and economy from the harms of smoking. We plan to: 🚭 ban smoking outside schools, children’s playgrounds and hospitals 🧒 create a smoke-free generation ✖️ stop vapes being targeted at kids ⁠gov.uk/government/new…

Secondhand smoke harms children and medically vulnerable adults. Most smokers wish they had never started but were trapped by addiction at a young age. Marketing vapes at children is utterly unacceptable. A new Bill in Parliament will address these. gov.uk/government/spe…

Join me @rcpsych in February 2025 first a course examining #cbt for #ocd . I promise I will try and make if lively and fun with plenty of discussion. New syllabus @SWLSTG @CUPBookshop @UniofHerts y @CambUP_Psych Please retweet of forward to all who may be interested

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Should in-person working be expected? New study shows hybrid employees are more satisfied and have a 33% lower resignation rate compared to people who work onsite. Read the research: bps.org.uk/research-diges…

“Happy 30th! We love working here and serving our community.” 💙 Thanks to Adriana and our health promotion team for gathering birthday messages at our Springfield street party. Join us in celebrating our 30th anniversary by supporting our charity ➡️ swlstg.nhs.uk/30-years-of-sw…

"Britain will always be your home." A message to NHS and care staff, from Health and Social Care Secretary @WesStreeting.

I am running 10k to raise money for the ward I work on. Please feel free to donate or even be at the finish line to cheer me on 😆

"We condemn the violent racist attacks which have taken place in recent days in communities across the country." @romanpsych We're committed to inclusivity for all & encourage our members to support one another personally & professionally at this time. bps.org.uk/news/bps-conde…

Racism, discrimination & violence takes its toll on mental health & can precipitate mental illness in those who are vulnerable. All have the right to live & work in a safe environment. Look after yourselves, your families & communities. See our resources: rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/…

For many NHS staff, the recent racist violence in this country will leave them feeling afraid and unwelcome. To those colleagues, our message is simple: you are welcome and you are valuable members of our community. Reach out for support if you need it. england.nhs.uk/supporting-our…