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How can we address gender bias in our work and educational culture?

How can we address gender bias in our work and educational culture?

Dr. Toni Schmader, who is featured in UBC’s campaign latest campaign, is working to find out.

Q&A with psychology alumna and science journalist Ziya Tong

Q&A with psychology alumna and science journalist Ziya Tong

Ziya Tong believes “what we really need now is people who can bridge the arts and science divide. We need more polymaths!”

The human behind ubc.ca: Alumni profile with Adrian Liem

The human behind ubc.ca: Alumni profile with Adrian Liem

The UBC psychology alumni uses his knowledge of psychology to better understand how humans interact with UBC’s website.

2020 Maclean’s program rankings: UBC Psychology first in Canada

2020 Maclean’s program rankings: UBC Psychology first in Canada

Based on the strength of our research and reputation, the department has reached the distinction of being first in Canada for the fifth year in a row.

Dr. Kenneth Craig recognized among new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Dr. Kenneth Craig recognized among new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Induction into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences is one of the highest honours within Canada’s academic community.

Dr. Liisa Galea and collaborators awarded a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Award

Dr. Liisa Galea and collaborators awarded a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Award

Congratulations to Dr. Liisa Galea and colleagues for receiving the MSFHR Convening & Collaborating (C2) research award.

Jason Rights

Finding data fun: Q&A with Dr. Jason Rights

Dr. Jason Rights joined the department as Assistant Professor in the Quantitative Methods area on July 1.

Taking the pill as a teenager may have long-lasting effect on depression risk

Taking the pill as a teenager may have long-lasting effect on depression risk

Dr. Christine Anderl and Dr. Frances Chen write about their latest research in the Conversation Canada.

Draw My Life Video

Draw My Student Life with Jake Guy

In an episode of “Draw My Student Life,” undergraduate student Jake Guy offers some insight on his first year experience at UBC.

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Teen birth control use linked to depression risk in adulthood

Women who used oral contraceptives during adolescence are more likely to develop depression as adults, suggests new research from UBC Psychology.