Recent reports from The Guardian  and a seminal study by the University of Cambridge and the Metropolitan Police (Brown et al., 2024) have shed light on a critical issue within the UK justice system. Researchers screened 602 individuals across six London custody suites and found that 48.2% of detainees screened positive for ADHD , while 14% showed traits of autism . Crucially, the majority of these individuals were previously undiagnosed. The study suggests that without early

If you're an A-Level student, you'll know that tools like ChatGPT are everywhere. They can whip up essays, summarise notes, and speed up research. But what if that brilliant shortcut is actually undermining the skills you need to think deeply and succeed in exams? Boris Johnson expressing his love for ChatGPT and Ai Groundbreaking research from the MIT Media Lab, specifically the study "Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essa

Have you ever watched a short, flashy science TikTok or Instagram Reel and thought, "Wow, I totally get this — I could probably explain it to anyone!" 🤯 Well, new research suggests that while these bite-sized videos are amazing for making scientific ideas accessible, they might also be making you a little... overconfident. This study is a fantastic way to link the research methods you’re learning in class to a relevant, modern psychological issue: how we consume information

Can an algorithm predict a murderer? This sounds like science fiction, but it's a real debate. This post explores how AI's "pre-crime" predictions connect to A-Level Psychology. We'll link concepts like biopsychology, obedience to authority, and the free will vs. determinism debate to a cutting-edge issue, helping you apply what you've learned to the real world.

In today's digital world, media has a profound impact on how young people understand gender roles, aggression, and identity. One striking example is the Netflix crime drama Adolescence, the series explores the psychological aftermath of this crime on Jamie, his family, and the wider community. Beyond its gripping narrative, Adolescence raises important questions about toxic masculinity, aggression, and the social pressures that shape young men's behaviour.

Social media has a significant impact on adolescent mental health, contributing to a rise in anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem among Gen Z. Compulsive scrolling, driven by negative reinforcement, exposes young users to social comparison and cyberbullying. The post explores how these behaviors align with psychological theories on psychopathology, using a Times article as a case study to highlight the risks and explain why Gen Z perceives social media as both toxic and a

Chronic stress is fueling a mental health crisis, especially among young people. This post explores how our bodies react (GAS model) and the coping strategies that can help manage stress and mental health challenges, linking to key A-Level Psychology concepts.

A recent article connects Donald Trump’s political style to authoritarian psychology. This post explores how his rhetoric reflects key personality traits—rigid thinking, submission to authority, and aggression towards outgroups. For A-Level students, it's a compelling real-world case study for understanding concepts like obedience and social influence.