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Welcome to Applying Psychology to Work Hub
Health, Sports & Psychology

Welcome to Applying Psychology to Work Hub

...articles, videos, audios and courses) that have been curated by a team of applied psychologists within The Open University School of Psychology and Counselling. Read on and take part in activities to find out how it could be of benefit to you! ...We have many common experiences at work (starting a job, building relationships, teamworking, change, trusting others,...
When is the best time to water during a heatwave?
Nature & Environment

When is the best time to water during a heatwave?

...this is because the combination of drought and heavy wear are just too much for your lawn to handle. [The Conversation]So the message is clear, enjoy your garden in the heat, but remember that your plants are similar to us humans – they too enjoy a bit of shade and a nice drink. This article was originally published on The Conversation. Read the original article....
Supporting young trans people’s rights to health and happiness
Education & Development

Supporting young trans people’s rights to health and happiness

...Article 12 enshrines the rights of every child to express their views, feelings and wishes in any matters affecting them – and to have these taken seriously. These rights are enshrined in the concept of ‘Gillick competence’ in English and Welsh law. In medical contexts, a child under the age of 16 can consent to medical treatment if they have ‘sufficient...
Neurodiversity: What is it and what does it look like across races?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Neurodiversity: What is it and what does it look like across races?

...article on neurodiversity...Find out more about The Open University's Psychology courses and qualifications What is neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is the diversity of human minds and the fact that brains and neurocognition vary among all individuals. All these variations are ‘normal’ and ‘valuable’ with neurodiversity being the concept that neurological...
How are social workers portrayed in the media?
Languages

How are social workers portrayed in the media?

...articles which mentioned ‘social worker’, published in 3 months in the middle of 2019. I then read and classified each one as a ‘neutral’, ‘positive’ or ‘negative’ portrayal of the social worker. [Social worker talking to mother and children at home whilst sitting on the sofa smiling at each other.] The first finding was that – as other studies have...
The gift of being a foster carer
Health, Sports & Psychology

The gift of being a foster carer

...article explores the reality behind the myths and what fostering means for our communities...Find out about The Open University's Social Work and Early Years courses The concept of foster care emerged in the mid-16th century, becoming regulated in the mid-19th century. This history is poignant and has shaped our understanding of who are foster carers, what is foster care...
Why you should visit the OpenLearn sustainability hub
Nature & Environment

Why you should visit the OpenLearn sustainability hub

...articles? Like to test your knowledge with quizzes or try something interactive? The Sustainability Hub caters to different learning styles, so however you absorb information best, there’s something to suit you. 5. Insights from the experts Everything you’ll find on the hub is created or curated by academics and sustainability professionals - meaning the content is...
Film as a Historical Source
Health, Sports & Psychology

Film as a Historical Source

...article outlines a method for analysing film and photography as a primary source and discusses some of the problems encountered by the social historian. What Is A Primary Source? Studying history is really the process of interpreting the past. Primary sources are the raw material historians draw upon in their investigations. They are direct evidence of the past. As such...