🌟 Become a Mentor with the EHPS Mentoring Programme! We invite EHPS members to join as mentors starting September 2026. Share your experience, support early and mid-career researchers, and develop new skills! 🔗 Register here: ehps.net/mentoring/ 🗓️ Deadline: Thursday, 30th April 2026

🌟 Calling all early and mid-career EHPS members! The Ari Haukkala Mentoring Programme is back this September. Join us to grow your skills with the support of experienced mentors. 🔗 Register here: ehps.net/mentoring/ 🗓️ Deadline: Thursday, 30th April 2026 #Mentoring #CareerDevelopment #EHPS

🔔 Reminder: Apply for the ECR Spotlight Talks at #EHPS2026 by Feb 14! Postgraduate students, PhD candidates, and early postdocs are warmly invited to share their research in short talks within themed sessions, each featuring a discussant from the #CREATE committee. 💬 ℹ️ More info: 2026.ehps.net

In a recent interview with Dr. Laura Panagi, Prof. Jane Walsh talks about the ideas behind their keynote speech at EHPS 2026 youtu.be/LrTjOiqibIE @ehps.bsky.social @ehpsopenscisig.bsky.social @ehpssynergy.bsky.social @ehpscreaters.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social @ehpshabit.bsky.social

📢 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 📧 EHPS members received an email this week, asking for their input on proposed changes to the composition of the EHPS EC and the running of EHPS conferences. Please check your spam folders in case you cannot find the email. 🙏 Thank you!

As EHPS 2026 approaches, Prof. Alex Gillespie shares key messages from his upcoming keynote on Using AI to analyze patient voice and hospital listening: insights into patient safety in an interview with Sotia Nestoros. youtu.be/X_nWalLvN4g #EHPS #HealthPsychology @easyconferences.bsky.social

The submission deadline for the 40th Annual Conference of the European Health Psychology Society is fast approaching! Don't miss your chance to present your research in Paphos and connect with top experts in Health Psychology 📺 Need help? cyprusconferences.org/abstract-sub... #EHPS2026

Our annual conferences are the highlight of the year. Join us in Paphos for #EHPS2026 this year, either in person or online, and share your research. Abstract submission will close on 14 February. More information: 2026.ehps.net

We’ve just kicked off 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ with an inspiring conversation about our goals and impact for the year ahead 🚀 We’re especially happy to welcome Theodora Fteropoulli and @paquitobernard.bsky.social as new co-chairs in our SIG 🤝💡 Looking forward to working together and shaping the year ahead!! ⚖️🌎🌱

As we approach EHPS 2026 in Paphos on September 1-4, 2026, enjoy this video capturing the spirit of the event. youtu.be/Iza2bK8kDQk @ehps.bsky.social @ehpsopenscisig.bsky.social @ehpssynergy.bsky.social @ehpscreaters.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social @ehpsdigihealth.bsky.social

Are you ready to showcase your work at the 40th Annual Conference of the European Health Psychology Society? Join us in Paphos for an inspiring event filled with knowledge-sharing and networking.📢 🔗 Official Website: 2026.ehps.net 📺 Submission tutorial: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mKH... #EHPS2026

Apply by 6 March for the EHPS Innovative Initiatives Grant and receive up to 5000€ for a collaborative project. #HealthPsych #BehSci ehps.net/innovative-i...

The call for abstracts for @ehpsconference.bsky.social #EHPS2026 is now open. Submit your work by 14 February: 2026.ehps.net/call-for-abs...

❓ Does stress cause cancer? A new meta-analysis of 19 prospective studies says: No consistent link found. ⚠️ Evidence is very limited and low quality: most studies used single-item stress measures. ✅ Future research needs better tools and repeated assessments. 🔎 Read more: doi.org/qjzz

Here's a sneak peek at EHPS 2026 diverse thematic tracks. Each session promises insightful discussions and innovative ideas. #EHPS #HealthPsychology #EHPS2026

Important update for our members: Newsletter guidelines and item submission ➡️ Following the suggestions outlined by the Communications Task and Finish Group at the 2025 conference in Groningen, the following changes to the newsletter have been implemented, effective from this week:

📢 Join us for the Conceptualization, Measurement & Formalization – SIG Networking Event! We’d love to chat and connect with you to share ideas and explore collaborations in health psychology. 🗓 Jan 22 | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM (GMT) | 💻 Online

Interested in #digitalhealth and want to join a fab team of humans? We are looking for a Social Media Officer to joint our @ehps.bsky.social SIG committee!

Big ideas are coming! Join us at EHPS 2026 to hear Prof. Gertraud (Turu) Stadler.🎤 Find all the information ➡️ 2026.ehps.net/keynote-spea... #EHPS #HealthPsychology #EHPS2026

🎙️ New podcast episode out now! In our third episode, we chat to two fantastic guests: Maya Braun and Yong Zhang! Both are experts in measuring constructs that change over time and the unique methodological challenges that come with doing so.

We would like to welcome Prof. Alex Gillespie to the EHPS 2026 keynote stage! ➡️ Discover more 2026.ehps.net/keynote-spea... #EHPS #HealthPsychology #EHPS2026

New paper out in Obesity Reviews #openaccess: Mobile interventions to promote healthier lifestyles are popular, but they risk widening existing health inequalities, and this already starts at intervention uptake! Work funded by @ehps.bsky.social. Read more: doi.org/10.1111/obr....

Greetings from the Editorial Team of the European Health Psychologist! 😀 We are happy to welcome our new team members: Ioanna Koliandri and Laura Scholakse. 🤝 We wish you all a joyful holiday season! 💫

Exciting news! Join us at EHPS 2026 to hear Dr. Nicos Middleton from the on the latest developments in Health Psychology.🎤 ➡️ Find all the information 2026.ehps.net/keynote-spea... #EHPS #HealthPsychology #EHPS2026

📢 EOI: Join the EHPS Digital Health & Computer-Tailoring SIG We’re seeking a Social Media Officer to join the SIG Organizing Committee. A great opportunity to support SIG activities, visibility, and community-building. 🗓 Apply by 30 January 🔗 forms.gle/aeiuiFV2H33j...

✨️ We’re looking for new EMPOWER Committee members! Our European network for early- and mid-career health psychology researchers is recruiting 1 Social Media & Engagement Officer and 2 Events Officers. Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 ✨️

We are grateful to the @ehpscreaters.bsky.social committee for all the hard work they are doing to support our (PhD) student and early postdoc members! 🙏 #PhDLife

The EHPS was sorry to hear of the recent passing of Professor Gerjo Kok. He was active in the society for many years, including hosting the conference in Maastricht in 2007, and more recently through many contributions on the EHPS Fellows Committee. He also was a Fellow of the society since 2013.

We are grateful for our society's members who are working hard to put together an exciting programme for #EHPS2026!

Meet the people behind the #EHPS2026 Organizing Committee! Stay tuned for updates and insights from our esteemed team! @ehps.bsky.social @ehpsopenscisig.bsky.social @ehpssynergy.bsky.social @ehpscreaters.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social @ehpshabit.bsky.social @ehpsdigihealth.bsky.social #EHPS

New Call for Papers from our Journal Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine: Article Collection "Eating During Pregnancy and Postpartum: Psychological, Behavioral, and Health Perspectives" ➡️ submit by 29 May 2026: think.taylorandfrancis.com/article_coll...

We are excited to announce the 40th Annual Conference of the European Health Psychology Society, taking place in Cyprus! youtu.be/u8kJgqi4szg @ehps.bsky.social @ehpsopenscisig.bsky.social @ehpssynergy.bsky.social @ehpscreaters.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social @ehpshabit.bsky.social #EHPS

🚨 Applications open: Synergy Winter School 2026 Formalising Theories in Psychological Science 📍 MSB Medical School, Berlin | 📅 11–12 Mar 2026 Facilitators: Nele Freyer & Daniel Leisig Info/apply: ehps.net/meetings/ ⏰ Deadline: 30 Jan 2026 (23:59 GMT) @ehps.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social

🎙️ New podcast episode out now! In our second episode, Gjalt-Jorn Peters (GJ) builds on the conversation about constructs used in health psychology with Olga Perski and Christoph Bamberg. They discuss how these constructs are measured and the challenges of assessing their validity.

🎉 We’re excited to welcome our new CREATE Executive Committee members! Together with our continuing members, we’re looking forward to shaping CREATE moving forward. 🌱🚀 A warm thank you also to our leaving members — your time, commitment, and initiative made a real difference! 💛

We’re thrilled to close out the year with a special webinar by Prof. Colin Camerer (Caltech) on Integrating Neuro-Psychological Habit Research into Consumer Choice Models. 🗓️ Monday, Nov 17 | 16:00–17:00 (UK) 💻 Free & open to all | Recording shared later 🔗 shorturl.at/nXaZR

🩸 New systematic review + meta-regression on plasma donation intentions and behaviour. Authors identified 56 behavioural factors across 11 domains! However, no clear clear predictors of donation behaviour were found: the intention-behaviour gap remains a priority. Read the paper 👉 doi.org/qc4h

Did you know that our @ehps-cfm-sig.bsky.social has launched a podcast? The teaser and first episode are available now on major podcast platforms 👏

Call for Papers: Special Issue “Focus on Planetary Health and Sustainability: Health Psychology Matters” in the European Journal of Health Psychology @ejhp93.bsky.social Submit your abstract by 30 November 2025. Full papers will be due 15 March 2026. More info: econtent.hogrefe.com/doi/10.1027/...

Join us as a Co-Chair 💚 Connect with SIGs, support Task & Finish Groups, collaboration, enjoy yourself and being part of the SIG 🌱 ✨Message us to get the email address for your application ✨Write a short paragraph about why you’re interested and what you can bring to the role by 1st November 2025

The EHPS Mentoring Standing Committee is seeking to fill the roles of 🗒️ Secretary/ Treasurer and 🤝 Matching Officer. Express your interest by detailing your reason for applying and what you bring to the role, together with a short CV, in an email to [email protected] by the 17th of November 2025.

⏰ Deadline approaching fast! Don’t miss your chance, send in your application now to join our EHPS OS SIG Committee and be part of our team! @ehps.bsky.social @ehpscreaters.bsky.social @ehpssynergy.bsky.social @empowerehps.bsky.social

🔔 Reminder to cast your vote until the 6th of October!

We’re now on LinkedIn too! Follow us there to stay updated on our latest news and insights: www.linkedin.com/company/ehps...

📌New article! Talea Cornelius and colleagues explore the psychedelic resurgence, highlighting opportunities for advancing behavioral and mental wellness as well as theory development. Read the full article here: doi.org/10.62696/zz0...

🚨 Join EHPS OS SIG 🚨 Dear EHPS Community! We’re looking for enthusiastic new members: ✨ 1 Events Manager ✨ 1 General Committee Member Interested? Send your CV + a 300-word summary of your Open Science experience to [email protected] ⏰ Deadline: Oct 24, 2025, 17:00 CET @ehps.bsky.social

Our social network presence is expanding! 💻 We are now also on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ehps... 🦣 Thanks to @ap.brid.gy, you can now also follow us on #Mastodon/ the #Fediverse. You find us under @ehps.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy

🗳️ Vote for the new CREATE Executive Committee members! Are you an early career EHPS member (PhD student or within 5 years of obtaining your PhD, excluding career interruptions)? If so, it’s time to have your say! Cast your vote here: forms.gle/wbDtxgQ28Xqj...

‼️ New meta-analysis published: Psychosocial interventions (e.g., CBT, psychoeducation) reduce distress & improve wellbeing + quality of life in women with gynaecological cancers. Time to move towards holistic approaches, including physical, social, psychological and sexual health care!

📌 New article! Jacob Crawshaw explores why medication adherence remains such a challenge in long-term conditions and points to new ways forward. Read the full article here: doi.org/10.62696/g8y...