PsySSA
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Established in January 1994, the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) emerged as a unified organisation from the amalgamation of various professional bodies that existed prior to that date. PsySSA was conceived as a transformative entity, adept at navigating the rapidly evolving political and social landscape of the time, and has since been a vocal and authoritative advocate for the discipline of psychology on matters pertaining to the mental health and psychosocial well-being of South Africans. Source
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Search ArticlesPsySSA Celebrates 40 Years of the Institute for Social and Health Sciences (ISHS)
The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) warmly congratulates the Institute for Social and Health Sciences (ISHS) at the University of South Africa (UNISA) on its 40th anniversary. Since 1986, the ISHS has made a significant contribution to socially relevant research, critical scholarship and community engagement, demonstrating an enduring commitment to challenging inequalities, advancing human rights and promoting meaningful social transformation.
PsySSA Congratulates Dr Chris McLachlan on His Election as WPATH President-Elect
The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) warmly congratulates Dr Chris McLachlan, former Chairperson and current Treasurer of PsySSA's Sexuality and Gender Division (SGD) , on his election as President-Elect of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH).
SASCP Webinar- Disability, Masculinity and Psychological Adjustment: Clinical Insights for World Disability Day
PsySSA | Clinical Psychology Division Disability, Masculinity and Psychological Adjustment Clinical Insights for World Disability Day What happens to our sense of identity, independence and self when life changes following an acquired disability? CPD-ACCREDITED WEBINAR Date Thursday 3 December 2026 Time 18:00–20:00 (SAST) Platform Online via Zoom Accreditation 2 CPD Points About the Webinar Spinal cord injury can profoundly affect far more than physical functioning.
Call for Research Participants: Understanding Mental Healthcare
Research Participation Opportunity Understanding Mental Healthcare: Perspectives of Mental Health Professionals Who Are Also Traditional Healers Stellenbosch University invites registered mental healthcare professionals who are also traditional healers to participate in a research study exploring understandings of mental health and referral practices across Western and traditional healing systems.
Annual Consulting Psychology Conference 2026: Navigating Collective Complexity Through Ubuntu
The University of South Africa (UNISA), through its Departments of Industrial and Organisational Psychology and Psychology, invites psychology professionals, academics, researchers and interested stakeholders to participate in the Annual Consulting Psychology Conference 2026, taking place online on 5–6 November 2026.
PsySSA Commemorates International Stress Awareness Week 2026: Rehumanising the Workplace
PsySSA | Mental Health Awareness International Stress Awareness Week 2026: Rehumanising the Workplace 2–6 November 2026 Stress Awareness Day: 4 November 2026 2026 Theme “Shaping the Future of Stress and Wellbeing: Rehumanising the Workplace” As workplaces navigate technological advancement, economic uncertainty and evolving professional demands, the importance of safeguarding psychological wellbeing has become increasingly evident.
South African Journal of Psychology Call for Expressions of Interest: Associate Editors
South African Journal of Psychology Call for Expressions of Interest: Associate Editors The South African Journal of Psychology (SAJP) invites scholars to express their interest in joining its editorial team as Associate Editors. 3 Associate Editor Positions Initial Term: 3 Years Closing Date: 20 November 2026 The South African Journal of Psychology (SAJP) is a peer-reviewed journal published by SAGE on behalf of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA).
HPD Webinar -Adolescent Social Media Use: Parenting and Decision-Making Associations with Risk
PsySSA Health Psychology Division • Final Webinar of 2026 Adolescent Social Media Use: Parenting and Decision-Making Associations with Risk How do parenting practices and adolescents’ decision-making styles influence digital risk? Join the Health Psychology Division for a research-informed conversation about adolescent social media engagement, online safety and well-being in South Africa.
Call for Research Participants: Executive Function Assessment in Young Children
Nabeelah Bemath, a Wits-Edinburgh Sustainable African Futures Doctoral Programme Fellow at the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Edinburgh, invites experts to participate in a doctoral research study. Study title: The structure and measurement of young children's executive functioning in South Africa.
PsySSA Membership Update: Preparing for 2027
PsySSA Membership Update The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) wishes to inform members and prospective members that the 2026 membership cycle has officially closed. 2026 Membership Membership Closed The 2026 membership application cycle has concluded. 2027 Membership Opening Soon Preparations for the new membership year are underway. Our membership system is currently undergoing its annual review and update process as we prepare for the 2027 membership year.