“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
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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
Making sense of society, one question at a time: Sociology at University of Northampton marks 50 years of thinking
This academic year, University of Northampton (UON) celebrates half a century increasing our understanding of…
20 February 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