Saul Mcleod August 29, 2025
Accessible summaries of the latest peer-reviewed mental health research.
Mothers with vulnerable narcissistic traits more likely to perceive children as “difficult"
The main finding was that mothers with higher levels of vulnerable narcissism were more likely to see their child as difficult, and this perception was what predicted children’s emotional and behavioral struggles.
www.simplypsychology.org/mothers-with-vulnerable-narcissistic-traits-more-likely-to-perceive-children-as-difficult.html
Survivors of Partner Violence Face Heightened Sensitivity to Betrayal
The researchers found that survivors of IPV consistently scored higher on betrayal sensitivity compared to women without such experiences.
www.simplypsychology.org/survivors-of-partner-violence-face-heightened-sensitivity-to-betrayal.html
Young People Radicalised Online Seen More as Victims Than Adults
The study found that younger people radicalized online were more likely to be seen as victims than adults, regardless of whether they had actively sought out extremist material or stumbled upon it. This perception, in turn, influenced attitudes toward criminal justice responses.
www.simplypsychology.org/young-people-radicalised-online-seen-more-as-victims-than-adults.html
Autistic People Often View Their Own Empathy Differently
The study’s main finding is that autistic participants rated themselves lower on empathy than non-autistic participants, but their explanations revealed a more nuanced picture. Both groups described abilities in cognitive empathy, the capacity to recognize another’s thoughts and feelings, and affective empathy, the capacity to share those feelings.
www.simplypsychology.org/autistic-people-often-view-their-own-empathy-differently.html
Adults with ADHD Describe Complex, Evolving Experiences Beyond Childhood Diagnosis
The review found that adults with ADHD often describe the disorder as deeply context-dependent. A symptom that feels unmanageable in one setting—like disorganization at a desk job—may be far less problematic in an active, fast-paced environment.
www.simplypsychology.org/adults-with-adhd-describe-complex-evolving-experiences-beyond-childhood-diagnosis.html
Clinical Doctorate Application Process
Guidance for aspiring psychologists applying to UK clinical psychology training programs (e.g. the DClinPsy). Share advice on the application process, gaining relevant experience, writing personal statements, and preparing for interviews.
clinpsy.com/categories/clinical-doctorate-application-process.43
Applying to DClinPsy: How Identity Plays a Role
Entering the field of clinical psychology can be especially challenging for people from underrepresented or marginalized groups due to a variety of structural
www.simplypsychology.org/applying-to-dclinpsy-how-identity-plays-a-role.html
DClinPsy Personal Statement Reflections
Applying for a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) is a highly competitive process, and one of the most critical aspects of your application is your
www.simplypsychology.org/dclinpsy-application-guide-the-personal-statement.html
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