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Seeing faces in everyday objects is a common experience, but research from The University of Queensland has found people are more likely to see male faces when they see an image on the trunk of a tree or in burnt toast over breakfast.

Dr Charlie Crimston featured in an ABC article discussing how people feel 'betrayed' by reality TV stars when they are accused of moral transgressions.

Emeritus Professor Justin Kenardy from UQ's School of Psychology spoke to Mamamia on their podcast 'The Quicky' about panic attacks.

Associate Professor Fiona Barlow from UQ's School of Psychology spoke to MindFood about the importance of small talk.

Speaking to ABC News Professor Jetten from UQ's School of Psychology said psychological pressures were a side effect that was often connected to survivor guilt, particularly for those who had migrated from unstable or war-torn countries.

Professor Nancy Pachana featured in and article by The Times UK about a new wave of older women taking their place in the spotlight and on the catwalk.

Dr James Kirby featured in a Brisbane Times article discussing why men don't say sorry as often as women.

Professor Alex Haslam from UQ's School of Psychology writes for The Conversation.

Associate Professor Fiona Barlow writes for The Conversation.

Revisit some of UQ Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences' significant milestones and most engaged with stories from the year.

Childhood trauma may increase the chance of young people experiencing psychotic symptoms when using cannabis, University of Queensland research has found.

Associate Professor Vanessa Cobham from UQ’s School of Psychology has been appointed to Professor in recognition of her exceptional work.

Dr Stan Steindl spoke with ABC Everyday about resentment and provided some tips to help practice forgiveness.

Unorthodox leaders who shake up the political system are more likely to be elected if people believe their society is morally divided and breaking down, University of Queensland research has found.

Dr Charlie Crimston from UQ's School of Psychology spoke with In Queensland about a new study examining links between moral division and the desire to elect extreme leaders- like Donald Trump- as a potential solution.

Dr Janni Leung has been recognised in The Australian’s Research Magazine as one of 40 early career researchers to watch.

Professor Leanne Hides is the Chief Investigator on a new paper linking lifestyle risks with chronic disease in adulthood, and is also leading the Queensland arm of the study. 

Dr James Kirby from UQ's School of Psychology spoke to ABC about the benefits of celebrating Christmas early.

Professor Jolanda Jetten spoke with Brisbane Times about research into the psychology of those susceptible to anti-vaccine and conspiracy messaging.

To address the 2021 theme "Inclusion" for UQ Teaching and Learning Week we highlighted some of the teachers who enhance student learning in UQ's Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences.