People think ‘old age’ starts later than it used to, study finds
Studies reveal that middle-aged and older adults perceive old age to begin later than previous generations did, a trend that has slowed in recent years. Research also highlights how individual characteristics and societal views on aging influence these perceptions
APA > Press ReleasesAPA welcomes federal rule adding protections from sexual harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity
APA applauds the Department of Education’s new regulations under Title IX, which expand the definition of sexual harassment to include sexual orientation and gender identity, safeguarding LGBTQ+ students. The changes aim to limit under-reporting of sexual misconduct, provide support for survivors, and align with the original purpose of Title IX. The move is particularly significant given the recent surge in state laws targeting LGBTQ+ youth
APA > Press ReleasesAPA report calls on social media companies to take responsibility to protect youth
APA calls for comprehensive design improvements to social media platforms, highlighting the need to protect youth from inherent dangers and psychological threats
APA > Press ReleasesPeople who use willpower alone to achieve goals, resist temptation, deemed more trustworthy
People using willpower over external commitment strategies are perceived as more trustworthy, finds research published by APA, shedding light on the social perceptions of self-control methods.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA Council of Representatives adopts updated guidelines for psychological practice with older adults
APA’s updated guidelines prioritize resilience, diversity, and telehealth, empowering psychologists to better support the well-being of aging individuals.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA calls for prohibiting punitive isolation of youths in juvenile justice settings
APA has called for prohibiting the placement of youths in isolation in juvenile justice settings, except for emergencies, citing the research showing its detrimental effects on mental health and development.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA adopts groundbreaking policy supporting transgender, gender diverse, nonbinary individuals
Explore APA’s landmark policy endorsing evidence-based care for transgender, gender diverse, and nonbinary individuals, highlighting APA President Cynthia de las Fuentes's emphasis on inclusive healthcare, legislative challenges, and the comprehensive resolution advocating for equitable insurance coverage and affirming parental rights.
APA > Press ReleasesLiving in violent neighborhoods affects children’s brain development
Living in neighborhoods with high levels of violence can affect children’s development by changing the way that a part of the brain detects and responds to potential threats, potentially leading to poorer mental health and other negative outcomes.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA, Cambridge University Press expand partnership to include PsycLearn courseware
APA has partnered with Cambridge University Press to market and sell PsycLearn, APA’s all-digital instructional resource for the undergraduate psychology curriculum.
APA > Press ReleasesAPA names first chief business innovation and growth officer
APA has named Guillermo Corea as its first chief business innovation and growth officer, responsible for developing and leading new revenue generation strategies for the association and its affiliated APA Services Inc.
APA > Press ReleasesSleep deprivation makes us less happy, more anxious
Chronic sleep loss can undermine our emotional functioning, decrease positive moods and put us at higher risk for anxiety symptoms.
APA > Press ReleasesMental health crisis highlights access challenges
The ongoing mental health crisis is causing significant challenges for many psychologists as they grapple with patients presenting with increasingly severe symptoms year after year, according to APA’s 2023 Practitioner Pulse Survey.
APA > Press ReleasesInfographic: Changes in stress levels during the holiday season
Detail for a graphic describing the changes in stress levels during the holiday season.
APA > Press ReleasesWhen keeping secrets could brighten your day
Though people often want to share good news as soon as they learn it, a study published by the American Psychological Association has found that keeping good news a secret before telling someone else could make people feel more energized and alive.
APA > Press ReleasesAges 35–44
Detail for a graphic describing major stressors reported by people ages 35–44 and which stressors have increased since 2019
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