Mobile phones are becoming increasingly pervasive in our lives. So much so that for many people, it’s almost impossible to imagine life without their phone. The potential for problematic mobile phone use (PMPU) has increased as mobile phones have evolved from a device devoted ...

Published Oct 2017

The APS Prize is awarded to each student who gains first place at the end of an accredited fourth-year program in psychology through an Australian higher education provider. The APS is thrilled to announce our 2022 APS Prize winners below. Full Name Higher e...

Last reviewed May 2023

New survey: Rising levels of stress reported across the country over the past five years New figures released today show the stress levels of the nation have risen over the past five years, with 35 per cent of Australians reporting a significant level of distress, and anxie...

Published Oct 2017

Strong social relationships and offline human connections are the key to happiness for Australians, according to findings from the Australian Psychological Society’s (APS) Compass for Life survey, released for Psychology Week (6-12 November) Human connections took the t...

Published Oct 2017

Lonely Australians have significantly worse physical and mental health than connected Australians, according to a new study that shows one in four Australians report being lonely.  The Australian Psychological Society (APS) and Swinburne University of Technology have undert...

Published Nov 2018

Australia’s forced social isolation has psychological health experts concerned about an increase in loneliness and associated emotional and physical health issues, especially among older Australians. According to research undertaken by the Australian Psychological Society (...

Published May 2020

We're excited to share news that APS Fellow Professor Greg Murray has won the prestigious international Wellcome UK grant for his research on bipolar disorder. Following years of dedication researching mood disorders and circadian rhythms, Greg’s achievement brings cutting-...

Published Mar 2023

This third-wave therapy approach is an effective way to help clients design a new internal narrative, and it can be particularly useful with children.  Article summary:  Jodie Wassner MAPS, educational and developmental psychologist, explains how acceptance and com...

Last reviewed Jun 2024

This article is featured in ABC News and is republished with permission. Multi-tasking is sometimes seen as a superpower, but the juggle of professional and personal responsibilities is making it harder for women to switch off from work, which can lead to stress and burnout...

Last reviewed Jan 2025

In summary: Around 3.5 million adults live with chronic insomnia in Australia.  Despite its prevalence in the community, only a small minority of psychologists are trained in insomnia management.   Diagnostic schema no longer differentiates between 'primary' and 'sec...

Last reviewed Apr 2025