Psychology

APA has passed a resolution supporting a population health-based approach to working with immigrants, emphasizing the importance of culturally responsive mental health care and condemning harmful policies, while highlighting the resilience of immigrant communities and the critical role of psychological science in their well-being.

Research shows that constantly scrolling through online videos to relieve boredom may actually increase boredom and reduce satisfaction, suggesting that staying focused on content could enhance viewing experiences.

APA’s Council of Representatives approved key measures on psychology’s role in AI, global human rights for women and girls, a ceasefire in the Israel/Hamas war, and advocacy for restitution for politically inflicted trauma.

Research reveals that mental exertion is commonly associated with unpleasant feelings, challenging the notion that people enjoy mentally demanding tasks.

Judging one's own happiness can lead to decreased life satisfaction and well-being due to increased negativity and disappointment, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.

APA’s special issue of American Psychologist addresses the history of racism within the field of psychology, highlighting research on systemic inequities and presenting actionable steps to advance racial equality.

A study published by APA found that narcissism tends to decline from childhood through older adulthood, though individuals who are more narcissistic than their peers in childhood typically remain more narcissistic as adults.

Arthur C. Evans Jr, CEO of the APA, commends the Surgeon General’s Advisory on Firearm Violence, highlighting the urgent need for research-based policies to address gun violence and its devastating impact on public health and communities.

Joins call to protect youth, who are most vulnerable to such products.

APA’s 2024 Work in America survey reveals that younger workers feel stressed, lonely, and undervalued, preferring colleagues of similar age, highlighting the need for employers to support well-being and psychological safety in a changing workplace.

APA commended the Supreme Court's decision to maintain access to a key abortion drug, emphasizing that scientific research disproves claims linking abortion to mental health issues and highlights the negative consequences of denying abortion access.

The belief in failure leading to success is often inaccurate and can hinder societal progress, highlighting the importance of recalibrating our expectations and support for those in need.

Research by APA reveals a post-pandemic surge in violence against pre-K to 12th-grade teachers, driving a rise in intentions to resign or transfer, highlighting a critical need for national interventions to ensure the well-being of educators and school communities.

Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, APA’s CEO, earns the Society of Biological Psychiatry’s Humanitarian Award for his transformative efforts in reshaping mental health care and advocating for inclusivity and early intervention.

Discover how distractions during everyday pleasures may lead to overconsumption, as research from APA reveals the impact of hedonic compensation on satisfaction and desire for further gratification.

Discover the effectiveness of balanced pragmatism and intellectual humility in fostering respectful political discourse and bridging ideological divides.

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 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

Mental health parity report finds insurance network access is worse for patients seeking psychological care vs medical care.

APA calls for comprehensive design improvements to social media platforms, highlighting the need to protect youth from inherent dangers and psychological threats

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.

Middle-aged adults in the U.S. tend to report significantly higher levels of loneliness than their European counterparts, possibly due in part to weaker family ties and greater income inequality.

APA’s updated guidelines prioritize resilience, diversity, and telehealth, empowering psychologists to better support the well-being of aging individuals.

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 has taken a significant step toward addressing the public health crisis of suicide by adopting a resolution calling for secure firearms storage.

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.

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.

Both liberals and conservatives are more likely to believe that merit-based hiring is unfair after learning about the impacts of socioeconomic disparities.

APA has partnered with Cambridge University Press to market and sell PsycLearn, APA’s all-digital instructional resource for the undergraduate psychology curriculum.

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.