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The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) is a national professional association representing Psychology professionals. PsySSA advances South African psychology as a science and profession of global stature and promotes psychological praxis as relevant, proactive and responsive to societal needs and well-being.

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HPSIG Podcast: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

In this episode, we speak to Meghan Mosalisa, an emerging psychology researcher, an executive member of the Health Psychology Division of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA), and a researcher at the South African Medical Research Council. In this podcast, Meghan provides insight into her research on the quality of life of women living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and the challenges that they experience. She also briefly discusses the stereotypes, stigma, gender bias and social impact attached to the diagnosis of PMDD.

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Annual Psychology Congress

Psychology must make a positive impact on society since what happens in society must be relevant for teaching, practice and research in psychology. The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) is committed to the societal impact of psychology and titled the Annual South African Psychology Congress 2025: “Psychology in Society and Society in Psychology”.

Time is Ticking! Only 5 days left to submit your abstract.

Abstract submission deadline: 24 March 2025

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All roads lead to Durban

The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) is pleased to announce its Annual Psychology Congress 2025, themed “Psychology in Society & Society in Psychology,” scheduled for 14–16 October 2025 at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC), Durban, South Africa.

The Scientific Committee invites submissions for symposia, oral papers, posters, round-tables, and creative works across all psychology fields and related disciplines. Abstract submissions are open from 15 January 2025 to 24 March 2025.

We encourage you to participate in this significant event by submitting your abstracts and engaging in the scientific programme, which promises stimulating presentations, robust debates, and innovative ideas.

Stay informed about upcoming event details by visiting our posts section regularly.

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SAGE Journal

South African Journal of Psychology

The South African Journal of Psychology publishes peer-reviewed contributions in English from all fields of psychology. Whilst the emphasis is on empirical research, the journal also accepts theoretical and methodological papers, review articles, short communications, book reviews, and letters commenting on articles published in the journal. 

Impact Factor

The SAJP’s most recent Impact Factor: 1.9

Editor in Chief

Sumaya Laher, Professor, University of the Witwatersrand

SAJP Aims & Scope

The South African Journal of Psychology (SAJP) is the official journal of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA). The SAJP publishes peer-reviewed contributions in English from all fields of psychology. Whilst the emphasis is on empirical research, the journal also accepts theoretical and methodological papers, review articles, book reviews, and short commentaries, including commentaries on articles published in the journal. Priority is given to articles relevant to Africa and the psychological issues pertinent to this context.

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ETHICS
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PsySSA Statements

Nominations/applications are hereby invited for the position of Associate Editors of the South African Journal of Psychology (SAJP) for a 5 year term.

Call for Nominations – Associate Editors?