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Sydney James on 11Alive News segment "The Take": Study links neighborhood poverty to psychosis risk

UGA Doctoral Candidate Sydney James sits down with 11Alive to discuss new research and the role of community in shaping mental health outcomes.

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PSYC 4300 Virtual Reality Showcase

On November 10, 2025, students in Allison Howard’s PSYC 4300 course hosted a Virtual Reality Showcase featuring immersive learning experiences.

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Fall 2025 Psychology Department Picnic

This October, the Department of Psychology welcomed its faculty, staff, graduate students, and their families to a local park for a department-wide picnic. The event took place on a clear autumn day, and offered the opportunity for a welcome pause in a busy semester.

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Drew Abney named UGA Aspire Fellow

Associate Professor and Associate Department Head Drew Abney has been selected for the University of Georgia's 2025-2026 Aspire Fellows cohort.

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Study finds greater optimism for the future in countries at higher risk for disease

Research from the University of Georgia found a more positive outlook for the future of humanity among people who live in areas with historically higher levels of disease.