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We are dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being for all individuals. Explore our latest news, resources, and events to stay informed and connected with the psychology community. Together, let’s create a society that values and supports the human condition.
PsySSA Intern, Ms Indira Pillay, wins AOSIS Award
PsySSA Intern Member, Ms Indira Pillay, has been awarded the prestigious AOSIS Award for her article achieving the most citations in the four-year period (2020–2023)!
16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children – 25 November-10 December 2024 (3)
PsySSA commemorates 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. Read an insightful contribution by Mrs Rekha Kangokar and Ms Shaazia Patel - Executive committee members of RCP Division.
16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children – 25 November-10 December 2024
PsySSA commemorates 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. Read an insightful contribution from PsySSA's Decolonising Psychology Division.
16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children – 25 November-10 December 2024
PsySSA commemorates 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. Read an insightful contribution from Leonie Vorster, Executive Committee Member of PsySSA Trauma and Violence Division.
World AIDS Day – 1 December 2024
PsySSA commemorates World AIDS Day 2024. View contributions from PsySSA Divisions: Division for Research and Methodology, Health Psychology Division and Psychology in Public Service
16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Girls – 25 November-10 December 2024
PsySSA commemorates 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children
World Diabetes Day – 14 November 2024
PsySSA Commemorates World Diabetes Day - 14 November 2024
Mental Health Awareness Month: Setback or Progress
Read the final World Mental Health Month Article written by Dr Anand Chetty, vice chair of the Society for Educational Psychology of South Africa.
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Neuropsychological Perspective
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's important to remember how mental health can be impacted by both biological and socio-economic factors. Read the article by Prof T Lazarus on behalf of the PsySSA Division of Neuropsychology and Forensic Psychology for a neuropsychological perspective on mental health.
A Call to Action: October is Mental Health Month!
Read the Call to Action for World Mental Health Month, written by Prof Theo Lazarus, Fatima Peters, and Dr Kyle Bester for the Division for Research and Methodology
Discovery Health’s Fraud, Waste and Abuse (FWA) processes
Discovery Health has written to the President of PsySSA to explain how they handle issues of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) in healthcare.
Statement on the Arrest of Professor Dr Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian – (AMENA-Psy)
The American Arab, Middle Eastern, and North African Psychological Association (AMENA-Psy), alongside the Palestinian Feminist Collective and numerous academics, expresses deep dismay over the arrest and detention of esteemed feminist socio-legal scholar and children's rights advocate, Professor Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian, on April 18, 2024. Dr. Shalhoub-Kevorkian’s apprehension from her residence stems from an ongoing suppression of free speech and an unjust suspension by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem over the past seven months.
EMERGENCY CALL FOR ACTION
Take action today for Prof Nadera Shalhoub Kervokian’s immediate release!
Statement on the War in the Gaza
Loss of life in whatever cause is terrible and offends the human condition. Systematic killing, especially of children, women, and the non-combatant majority, is indefensible.
All of us have been shocked by the wanton violence that erupted a fortnight ago in Israel and Gaza, and its unrelenting escalation since.
Hundreds of Activists Join the KZN Mental Health Walk 2023
Despite wet and windy weather conditions, 850 people turned up to support the KZN Mental Health Advocacy Walk last Sunday, ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10.
International Histories of Psychological Assessment by Prof Sumaya Laher
This book brings together expert research on the history of psychological assessment across the continents and spanning over 50 countries.
PsySSA Commemorates Panic Awareness Day 2022
Panic Disorders are episodes of intense fear that come without warning or apparent reason. It can occur anywhere and may prevent the individual from leaving home, going to work, or carrying out errands. Persons experiencing a panic attack may feel that they are having a heart attack, losing control, or dying.
The voices of concern over our failing health care system
PsySSA joins the multitude of health professionals in condemning the health authorities’ negative responses to Dr Tim De Maayer who sought to highlight the poor conditions at the Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital.
Groups Call for American Psychological Association to Apologize and Provide Support to Victims of War-on-Terror Prisoner Abuses
On 25th Anniversary of UN International Day in Support of Torture Victims, Psychology and Human Rights Organizations Demand Action from APA
2025 Board Exam Preparation Workshops – Save The Dates!
PsySSA is excited to announce the 2025 Board Exam Preparation Workshops to help you excel in your professional journey! Save the dates - details to follow soon!
PsySSA SD National Mentorship Programme 2025 Mentor Applications are OPEN!
National Mentorship Programme 2025 Mentor Applications are OPEN! Calling all psychology postgraduates and professionals! The PsySSA Student Division has opened mentor applications for its National Mentorship Programme 2025.
PsySSA SD National Mentorship Programme 2025 Mentee Applications are OPEN!
PsySSA SD National Mentorship Programme 2025 Applications are OPEN! Calling all psychology postgraduates and professionals! The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) Student Division has opened mentee and mentor applications for its National Mentorship Programme 2025.
CPD Accreditation Applications Now Open!
Are you looking to have your professional activities CPD accredited? PsySSA has you covered for all your CPD accreditation applications.
Newsletter of the Professional Board for Psychology
Explore the latest issue of the Psychology Board Newsletter! Find insights on mental health advocacy, workplace well-being, updates on professional compliance, and strategies for empowering patient choices.
Complete the free CPD activity in the newsletter and stand a chance to earn 2 CEUs!
HPSIG Podcast: Fatherhood and high-risk pregnancy
In this episode, we speak to Kyle Jackson, a lecturer within the Department of Psychology at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). In this podcast, Kyle discusses how high-risk pregnancy affects the mental health and wellbeing of fathers. In addition, he discusses the important role of fathers in this context and the barriers that they experience. Lastly, Kyle shares insight into how fathers can be assisted by healthcare professionals during this challenging period and the importance of providing fathers with opportunities to share their experiences and receive support.
Annual Online Consulting Psychology Conference
UNISA’s Departments of Industrial and Organisational Psychology and Psychology INVITE you to attend the Annual Online Consulting Psychology Conference. Come and join us in this transformative journey, where professional insight meets compassionate intervention, where together, we redefine resilience in a world filled with challenges and possibilities.
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre – Vacancies
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre is a mental health care facility located in the Kunene Region of Namibia seeking dedicated and qualified individuals to join their team
HPSIG Podcast: Behaviour change programs hold promise for better maternal and child nutrition in sub-Saharan Africa
In this episode, we speak to Dr Daniella Watson, a Health Psychologist and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at King’s College London (UK) who has an honorary affiliation to the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa. Dr Watson speaks on how behaviour change models, theories, and techniques embedded within behaviour change interventions can improve both maternal and child health. Dr Watson also offers a lens into the realities of pregnant women’s low stunting, wasting, and underweight births, and offers suggestions of sustainable and contextually appropriate measures to reduce gestational complications by improving micro-nutrient uptake in Sub-Saharan communities.
PsyCPD: PsySSA’s In-House CPD Platform
Not CPD Compliant Yet? We've Got You Covered as a PsySSA Member! PsyCPD offers a valuable resource for advancing your expertise and fulfilling your professional development requirements.
DBT Workshop Collaboration
Unlock DBT Level 1 with PsySSA in Collaboration with the South African DBT Institute. We invite you to unlock the potential of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Level 1 through our collaborative workshop. Join us as we explore the core principles and techniques of DBT.
18th Annual Peace, Safety and Human Rights Memorial Lecture – Recording Out Now!
Did you miss the 18th Annual Peace, Safety and Human Rights Memorial Lecture?
Don't worry! Watch the recording below!
18th Annual Peace, Safety and Human Rights Memorial Lecture
18th Annual Peace, Safety and Human Rights Memorial
TREADING THE SHORELINE: WATER AS LIFE AND DEATH
Co-hosted by:
The Unisa Institute for Social & Health Sciences (ISHS)
The Pan-African Psychology Union (PAPU)
The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA)
Decolonisation and Abolition – A Conversation
Attention All Western Cape Members:
The Institute of Social and Health Sciences, University of South Africa in collaboration with the International Relations Office (IRO) of the University of the Western Cape, cordially invites you to:
Decolonisation and Abolition - A Conversation
Session led by: Prof Nelson Maldonado- Torres
Dare: 12 July 2023
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
2024 IUPsyS Quadrennium Awards – Call for Nominations
The International Union of Psychological Science, the global voice of Psychology, is pleased to issue a call for nominations for its prestigious global awards.
IJP Special Issue Call for Papers – Tutorials on Quantitative Methods
IJP Special Issue Call for Papers – Tutorials on Quantitative Methods
PsySSA SGD hosts meeting of African mental health professionals
On April 20-21, 2023, the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) Sexuality and Gender Division (SGD), in collaboration with Outright International, convened an initial meeting in Johannesburg to discuss advocacy efforts against conversion practices. This event was entitled, "Meeting of minds: The role of mental health practitioners and Associations in eradicating conversion practices in Africa".
33rd International Congress of Psychology – Prague: 21 – 26 July 2024
33rd International Congress of Psychology - Prague: 21 - 26 July 2024
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre – Vacancies
Okonguarri Psychotherapeutic Centre is a mental health care facility located in the Kunene Region of Namibia seeking dedicated and qualified individuals to join their team
Exciting Career Opportunities for Psychologists at the Western Cape Education Department!
We are pleased to announce vacancies for Psychologists across various district offices, including specialized roles within our Learners with Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability (LSPID) teams. This is a unique opportunity for clinical, counselling, and...
UKZN Student Counsellor Position
Sefako Makatho Health Sciences University - Academic Position
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and unique opportunities to shape the training of medical and other health professionals, and scientists in general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting journey, as reflected in the opportunities below.
Sefako Makatho Health Sciences University – Academic Position
Sefako Makatho Health Sciences University - Academic Position
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and unique opportunities to shape the training of medical and other health professionals, and scientists in general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting journey, as reflected in the opportunities below.
Join Our Team as an Psychologist in the Dynamic Cape Winelands – Contract Position
The Cape Winelands Education District is offering a contract employment opportunity for a Psychologist. This full-time position, from May 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024, involves providing psycho-educational services to approximately 23-25 schools. Requirements...
4 Permanent Psychologist Positions Advertised in the WCED
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) (Western Cape Government), acclaimed as a Top Employer in South Africa for 2023, is seeking dedicated Educational, Counselling, and Clinical Psychologists to join our multidisciplinary teams. These positions, available...
CLOSED: Calling all interested psychologists: Join the Western Cape Education Department Team (3 Metro Contract Positions)
In the Western Cape, the Metro South, Metro Central, and Metro North Education Districts are embarking on a journey to enhance the psychological support within our schools. The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is seeking to appoint three Psychologists to...
Vacancies within the Matzikama Sub-district
We are excited to invite interested practitioners to apply for a psychology vacancy within the Matzikama Sub-district (West Coast District) based at Vredendal, Western Cape.
Closing date: 30 November 2023
For more information click on the post.
CLOSED: Registered Counsellor Contract Post at Vista Nova School – Cape Town
Vista Nova School is currently seeking a qualified Registered Counsellor for a contract position, offering the opportunity to contribute to the holistic well-being and academic success of learners with special needs. The role encompasses a range of responsibilities, click on the post to learn more.
CLOSED – Calling all interested psychologists: Join the Western Cape Education Department Team
Are you a dedicated and passionate psychologist with expertise in educational, counselling, and/or clinical psychology, especially when it comes to working with children in the public sector? The Western Cape Education Department is currently seeking applications...
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