Congratulations to Dr. Lauren Wakschlag! Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: https://at.apa.org/9t7 #career #recognition #psychology
American Psychological Association
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, DC 1,022,046 followers
Advancing psychology to benefit society and improve lives
About us
The American Psychological Association, in Washington, D.C., is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of psychologists. APA's membership includes more than 157,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students. Through its divisions in 54 subfields of psychology and affiliations with 60 state, territorial and Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare. The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.
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https://www.apa.org
External link for American Psychological Association
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1892
- Specialties
- Psychology, Education, Research, Publications, and Mental Health
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Primary
750 1st St NE
Washington, DC 20002, US
Employees at American Psychological Association
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Tony Habash
Chief Business Integration Officer & CIO at American Psychological Association
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Susan Newman, Ph.D.
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Dr. Joyce Shaffer
Clinical Associate Professor, University of Washington
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Rob Fredley
Building exceptional teams, driving growth, optimizing for digital. Strategic cross-functional leader where brand meets customer. MBA
Updates
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Organizations should build a culture of respect and safety and evaluate leaders on their conformity with those values. If not, research shows the result is high absenteeism, low productivity, and soaring turnover. Learn more about the cost of toxic workplaces: https://at.apa.org/fym #toxicworkplace #psychology #workers #psychologicalsafety
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A special issue of APA's journal American Psychologist looks to redress past inequities, highlighting research that examines how psychology has perpetuated racial hierarchy and inequities toward communities of color. It also features efforts and opportunities to change the culture of and advance racial equality within psychology. Learn more about the special issue: https://at.apa.org/8ee2cf #racism #inequity #psychology #research
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APA's Chief Science Officer Dr. Mitch Prinstein shares his biggest concerns studying the effects of social media on teens. How are you staying safe on social? Watch the full session from this year's Aspen Ideas Festival: https://at.apa.org/c64475 #socialmedia #teens #sleep
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The benefits of connected communities are vast, including greater population health, Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad explains. In your opinion, what are some ways to increase bonds at a community level? #relationships #connection #mentalhealth #psychology
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We might like to assume the moral standards we apply in political contexts are the same as those we use to guide our personal lives. But, a recent study published in Political Psychology suggests that may not be the case: https://at.apa.org/0wu #politics #psychology #morals
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Can regular cannabis use affect brain power? A study recently published in Human Brain Mapping suggests it's possible. Learn more about the effects of regular use of cannabis on performing simple tasks: https://at.apa.org/0wu #cannabis #research #psychology
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Do you know how you're spending your time? On this episode from the Speaking of Psychology archive, Dr. Cassie Holmes explains how keeping track of our activities—and prioritizing those we find fulfilling—can help lead to a happier life. 🕒🧠 #friends #family #science #psychology
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Family estrangement is far more common than you may think, but it remains a taboo topic for many. Psychologists can help by identifying relationships worth salvaging and helping to heal the pain of detachment. Learn more: https://at.apa.org/96b371 #relationships #family #psychology
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Belonging is a basic need. Dr. Satia Marotta explains actions leaders need to take to make workplaces inclusive and healthy environments for all employees. #psychology #work #inclusion #leadership