On memory: Strategies in practice
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As psychologists we work with people who may have difficulties with memory, ranging from mild inefficiency to significant memory impairment. Sometimes we are not aware of a person’s concern about their memory because they do not raise the issue. By contrast, some clients will ...
Published May 2020
Memory and physical stress
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Occupational stress is associated with poorer memory and smaller hippocampal volume.
Jobs can provide crucial support for cognitive functioning through intellectual and social enrichment. They are also associated with poorer cognitive ability in midlife and retirement throu...
Last reviewed Sep 2020
Managing clients with previously unreported traumatic memories
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On behalf of the APS Ethical Guidelines Committee
The phenomenon of the recall of a previously unreported memory of trauma has evoked public controversy, therapeutic uncertainty, scientific debate and litigation. It has been recommended that the terms ‘recovered memories' o...
Published Jun 2017
Concussion in Australian Rules football: The contribution of psychologists
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Recently there has been a great deal of media interest in suggestions of serious long-term health effects in former United States National Football League (NFL) footballers, resulting from concussion in their playing days. Some commentators have described the incidence of post...
Published Jun 2017
Dementia practice guide
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Last reviewed May 2019
2025 APS Prize winners
The APS Prize is awarded to each student who gains first place at the end of an accredited fourth-year program in psychology through an Australian higher education provider. The APS is thrilled to announce our 2025 APS Prize winners below.
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Last reviewed Mar 2026
Nine tips to help you prepare for the National Psychology Exam
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Jump to the section that interests you:
The exam is not a knowledge test; it's an applied knowledge check
Understand the curriculum deeply
The assessments t...
Last reviewed Mar 2026
Exploring the psychology of music
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Dr Amanda Krause (2025 APS Outstanding Mentor Award winner) explores how the shift from intentional to ubiquitous streaming affects unconscious emotional regulation.
Research confirms that individual choice is the primary driver of positive outcomes; ...
Last reviewed Feb 2026
Dementia
Memory loss can be part of the normal ageing process.
While some declines in memory such as occasional forgetfulness may be common in older age, noticeable differences in memory and thinking, as well as changes in behaviour or personality may be early signs of dementia.
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Last reviewed Oct 2022
Understanding the Medicare audit process
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This edition’s column focuses on the results from the Department of Human Services’ most recent audit of providers of Medicare services under Better Access. It aims to assist members to avoid inadvertent non-compliance and to understand what to expect if selected for auditing....
Published Jun 2017