Welcome to Division 46 of the
American Psychological Association:
Media Psychology

Division 46 - Media Psychology focuses on the roles psychologists play in various aspects of the media, including, but not limited to, radio, television, film, video, newsprint, magazines, and newer technologies. It seeks to promote research into the impact of media on human behavior; to facilitate interaction between psychology and media representatives; to enrich the teaching, training, and practice of media psychology; and to prepare psychologists to interpret psychological research to the lay public and to other professionals. The Division has liaisons with the APA Education, Practice, Science, and Public Interest Directorates.

The purpose of our site is to disseminate accurate and research-based information to professionals and the public regarding psychological issues in mass media. The objectives of Division 46 are to:

Assist psychologists to use the media more effectively for informing the public about the science and profession of psychology.

Develop a set of theoretical frameworks for the study and practice of media psychology.

Support research on the effects of media on the public, and the effectiveness of media in transmitting psychological information.

Encourage adherence to APA ethical standards and guidelines in the use of media.

Media Psychology focuses on a wide range of critical issues, including the impact of emerging technologies on individuals and society. Click here to read more about the definition and purview of Media Psychology.

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