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Official voice of American Psychological Association | Promoting advancement, communication & application of #PsychScience to benefit society & improve lives
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American Psychological Association’s Tweets

“Parents are now using a substantial amount of their time that may have been spent resting, recharging or being present with their kids to navigate complex systems of healthcare to find qualified mental health providers with availability.”—
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"I am very pleased to report CareDash’s website is no longer active...APASI will not stand by while psychologists’ professional reputations are being exploited. We immediately went to work to combat this egregious corporate behavior."—APA CEO
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Happy birthday ! APA is proud to be one of the founding organizations of the Social Science Research Council and to join them in applying social and behavioral science knowledge to benefit society and improve lives for 100 years.
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New anxiety and depression screening guidelines for kids and teens are a step in the right direction—but can an already strained mental health care system respond appropriately? Here’s what you need to know.
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“A lack of cultural competence can leave clients feeling misunderstood and dissatisfied. It can disrupt the therapeutic process and impact the ability of the client to experience positive changes in their lives.”—Dr. Traci Williams
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Constantly referring to all veterans as “heroes” may direct them into lower-paying careers associated with selflessness, according to research recently published in ' Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.
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“So, when you think historically, who doesn’t know about the Tuskegee experiments at this point? And if that’s part of your history...you would be apprehensive, and rightly so. It’s justifiable apprehension.”—
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Young people aren't immune from the elevated stress levels that many adults are experiencing lately. Here's how to identify potential problems, provide guidance, and help them work through difficult times.
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“It is ok for us to feel outrage about outrageous things.” APA President offers science-based tips to deal with the psychological impacts of the killing of Tyre Nichols, which may include depression, anxiety, numbness, panic, or confusion.
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Congratulations to the Bermuda Psychology Association, recipients of an APA Presidential citation for their outstanding efforts on behalf of their membership and their use of psychology to support all Bermudans!
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All day, every day, we make decisions, from what to have for breakfast to how to spend our money to whether to evacuate ahead of a hurricane. On today's pod, Drs. Hannah Perfecto and share the science behind these choices—even the bad ones.
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Psychologists are increasingly being called on to help solve some of the greatest challenges we face as a society. From the youth mental health crisis to the fight against misinformation, here are 11 emerging trends to watch for in 2023.
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“The impact of these acts of violence permeates our culture and is especially profound in communities of color. We're experiencing collective trauma and grief as a result of the constant barrage of news reports about mass shootings."—APA President
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