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“It’s not something you’re meant to have”. Research about the possible reasons behind young men’s anxiety

Social expectations, limited emotional vocabulary and barriers to support can inhibit young men from recognising,…

2 November 2026

Children’s friendship teaching resource for primary schools gets major update

An accredited research-informed classroom resource designed to help primary school children understand friendships has been…

16 October 2026

Family ties. Shumi and Evan look to learn about subjects close to their hearts

After a (relatively) quiet summer, University of Northampton’s (UON) Waterside Campus buzzed with fun and…

30 September 2026

Northampton continues to rise in Guardian’s University rankings

University of Northampton has risen another 12 places and has three subjects in the top…

12 September 2026

The seeds of cultural and social success: Research from University of Northampton academic reveal the benefits of allotment gardening over time

The long-term benefits of allotments for low-income people are revealed in new research led by…

9 March 2026

Mindful about meditation: Research suggests repetition of tasks, rather than mindfulness, impacts perception of time

Mindfulness meditation is often promoted to help slow down time and reduce feelings of time…

17 December 2025

Half a century travelling the country of the mind: Psychology at UON celebrates a big birthday

One of University of Northampton’s (UON) most popular subject areas marks a big milestone this…

17 October 2025

People with schizotypy have more accurate perception of time than the general population

Understanding how we perceive time can shed light on how we experience the world and…

2 July 2025

‘Allotted’ time outdoors for urban gardeners grows better health and wellbeing

The humble urban allotment is a sanctuary that can enhance the emotions, health and wellbeing…

17 February 2025