Feeling regret? Your feelings may mellow as you age
A study published in Emotion finds that while older and younger adults share similar long-term regrets, older adults experience fewer recent regrets and feel less anger and frustration about past mistakes, suggesting age softens the emotional impact of regret.
APA > Press ReleasesPerceptions of cultural foreignness may lead to job discrimination
Asian, Arab and Latino Americans may face more discrimination when seeking jobs that emphasize stereotypically American characteristics because they are deemed to be culturally foreign, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
APA > Press ReleasesOverreliance on AI programs may undermine confidence at work
Research from the American Psychological Association finds that heavy reliance on artificial intelligence at work can erode confidence in independent thinking and ownership of ideas, while active oversight preserves cognitive engagement.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA Labs launches resource to guide clinicians, health systems and the public to evidence-based digital mental health tools
APA Labs’ Digital Badge Solutions Library supports clinicians, health systems and users in search of evidence-based digital mental health tools
APA > Press ReleasesWant to lose weight? Try eating the same meals on repeat
Research from the American Psychological Association suggests that repeating meals and maintaining consistent daily calorie intake may lead to greater weight loss than eating a highly varied diet.
APA > Press ReleasesTeen aggression a warning sign for faster aging later in life
Early teen aggression may contribute to faster biological aging and higher health risks by age 30, highlighting how adolescent relationship conflicts can have long-term physical consequences, according to APA research.
APA > Press ReleasesFood insecurity impacts employees’ productivity
Research shows that food insecurity significantly increases employee anxiety and harms work performance, but workplace programs that provide access to food can meaningfully improve employee well‑being and job outcomes.
APA > Press ReleasesFor young children, finger-counting a stepping stone to higher math skills
Research shows that finger counting in early childhood helps develop stronger addition skills and supports the transition to advanced math concepts.
APA > Press ReleasesNot all PTSD therapies keep veterans in treatment, study warns
Research shows nearly 26% of U.S. service members and veterans drop out of PTSD therapy, with trauma-focused treatments seeing the highest rates—highlighting the need for tailored, sustainable care.
APA > Press ReleasesArtificial intelligence, wellness apps alone cannot solve mental health crisis
APA warns that generative AI chatbots and wellness apps lack sufficient evidence and regulation to ensure user safety, urging systemic mental health reforms, stronger safeguards, and evidence-based standards before these technologies are relied on for emotional support or treatment.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA poll reveals a nation suffering from stress of societal division, loneliness
Loneliness and emotional disconnection appear to have become a defining feature of life in America, as a majority of U.S. adults say societal division is a significant source of stress in their lives
APA > Press ReleasesSharing positive emotions with a partner is good for health
Sharing joyful moments with a partner may help older adults lower stress hormone levels and improve overall health, according to research published by APA.
APA > Press ReleasesSharing positive emotions with a partner is good for health
Sharing joyful moments with a partner may help older adults lower stress hormone levels and improve overall health, according to research published by APA.
APA > Press ReleasesSelf-affirmations can boost well-being, study finds
Brief self-affirmation exercises that help people reflect on their core values and strengths can significantly boost well-being, reduce anxiety, and promote lasting happiness across age groups and cultures, according to research published by APA.
APA > Press ReleasesSelf-affirmations can boost well-being, study finds
Brief self-affirmation exercises that help people reflect on their core values and strengths can significantly boost well-being, reduce anxiety, and promote lasting happiness across age groups and cultures, according to research published by APA.
APA > Press ReleasesLoneliness interventions help but are not a cure-all
A comprehensive review published by APA finds that interventions—particularly psychological and in-person approaches—can effectively reduce loneliness, though more rigorous, tailored strategies are needed to address this growing global public health issue.
APA > Press ReleasesLoneliness interventions help but are not a cure-all
A comprehensive review published by APA finds that interventions—particularly psychological and in-person approaches—can effectively reduce loneliness, though more rigorous, tailored strategies are needed to address this growing global public health issue.
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