EFPA Newsletter - October
12 October 2026
EFPA publishes policy recommendations on climate change: insights from psychological science
The document sets out how psychological science can contribute to effective climate policies, strengthen public engagement, support sustainable behaviours and address the mental health impacts of climate change.
It also highlights the role psychologists can play in supporting adaptation, resilience and collective action.
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European Commission study explores professions for possible Common Training Frameworks
The European Commission has published a study supporting the identification of professions that could potentially be considered for an extension of automatic recognition through Common Training Frameworks (CTFs) under Directive 2005/36/EC on the recognition of professional qualifications.
Psychology was among the professions considered in the study. It was included in an initial list of 25 professions identified as potentially suitable for further assessment but was not included among the ten professions* selected for more detailed mapping. The study concludes that the feasibility of developing a CTF for psychologists was considered limited, primarily due to divergences between Member States in regulation, training and scope of professional practice.
Previous Press Releases:
29/9/2018 EAAP Award 2018: Dr. Monica Martinussen