American Psychological Association@APA

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

 Washington, DC
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Joined February 2012
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Climate action isn’t only a technical or policy challenge—it’s also a people challenge. Leaders can help turn commitments into meaningful action. Learn more from Organizations and Climate Action, a report from APA and ecoAmerica: at.apa.org/k5h
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AI chatbots are warm, responsive, and always available. But psychologists say those qualities make them poor substitutes for the messy, effortful work of human relationships, especially for adolescents whose social skills are still forming. Learn more: at.apa.org/20f59e
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Congratulations to Dr. Raymond Green! Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: at.apa.org/3e10fa
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Everyone talks about burnout, but “boreout” is just as real—and just as damaging. Dr. Sharon K. Parker, alongside Dr. Lotta Harju, explains how chronic boredom affects workers and what leaders and organizations can do to fix it. Hear the full conversation: at.apa.org/4h1
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When a student shows signs of self-injurious thoughts or behaviors, knowing how to respond matters. The ACT framework—Ask, Care, Tell—gives school professionals a practical, evidence-based starting point for getting students support. Learn more: at.apa.org/zfh
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What really predicts infidelity might surprise you. Listen to APA’s Speaking of Psychology podcast with Dr. Galena Rhoades, research professor of psychology and director of the Institute for Relationship Science at the University of Denver. at.apa.org/2jz
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Congratulations to Robin L. Cautin! Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: at.apa.org/3e10fa
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Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr., will retire as CEO of APA and APA Services, Inc., on Jan. 3, 2028. At the Board’s request, he will stay beyond his original contract end date to support a national search and smooth transition. Read the announcement: at.apa.org/ceo-search
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Work stress, economic uncertainty, and AI are taking a toll on American workers, but not everyone is equally affected. Workers with higher psychological capital are experiencing the workplace differently. Read the full report: at.apa.org/zlm
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New research found the percentage of high school students getting insufficient sleep has increased over the past 16 years, with a notable rise in teens getting fewer than 5 hours of sleep per night. Read more highlights from recent peer-reviewed studies: at.apa.org/f6dc69
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Silence is the real danger when students hint they are struggling. Dr. Matthew Nock explains how ACT (ask, care, tell) can help teachers ask directly, show care, and bring in support before a crisis escalates. Learn more: at.apa.org/zfh
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Congratulations to Dr. Loren J. Blanchard! Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: at.apa.org/3e10fa
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Dr. Anna Gassman-Pines explains how job loss, unstable work schedules, and other hardships affect workers, their families, and entire communities. Hear the full discussion: at.apa.org/v19
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What sparks curiosity? New research suggests both younger and older adults use what they already know to gauge how curious they feel. The difference: older adults may be more curious overall. Read more highlights from recent peer-reviewed studies: at.apa.org/f6dc69
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Published by Magination Press, “Waiting for Iced Tea” is a story about patience, connection, and finding joy in the moments along the way. It also includes information on why waiting can be so difficult for children. Learn more and preorder: at.apa.org/kof
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Is it better to laugh at yourself or show embarrassment after a faux pas? It depends on the consequences. Laughing at yourself may be seen positively for harmless mistakes, but not when others are harmed. Read more highlights from recent studies: at.apa.org/f6dc69
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Children and teenagers are turning to AI for friendship, advice, and support. Psychologists say this raises important questions about what happens to social and emotional development when AI fills roles that used to belong to other people. Learn more: at.apa.org/20f59e
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Why do social norms seem to push us to work harder, but not less? Recent research suggests people choose harder tasks when others do, but don’t choose easier tasks, even when it’s acceptable. Read more highlights from recent peer-reviewed studies: at.apa.org/f6dc69
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Dr. Matthew Nock breaks down how stigma and fear keep us from discussing suicide and how new tools—from electronic health records to smartphone sensors—are helping researchers understand suicide risk and develop interventions. Hear the full conversation: at.apa.org/rch
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Self-injurious thoughts and behaviors among young people are more common than many adults realize—and teachers are often positioned to notice when something is wrong. APA’s Mental Health Primers offer guidance on how to respond with care and confidence: at.apa.org/zfh
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