June 2009 | Monitor on Psychology | Vol. 40 No. 6
COVER: At war with stigma
- The military's war on stigma
Fearing for their careers, many service members keep quiet about their mental health problems—and their silent suffering is taking a toll on our military readiness. In response, the Defense Department has begun fighting stigma on several fronts.
- Stigma: Alive and well
Despite decades of anti-stigma campaigns, people may be more fearful of those with mental illness than ever. New research, however, is pointing the way toward real progress.
SCIENCE WATCH
New research offers insight into the dish best served cold.
IN BRIEF
PRACTICE PROFILE
Michael Rosmann's behavioral services company supports farmers and ranchers through troubling times.
ETHICS ROUNDS
A law school symposium offers an opportunity for psychologists to reflect on the role of stigma within our own field.
TIME CAPSULE
In 1892, when APA members gathered for the first time, annual dues were $3 and hosting the entire convention cost $12.70.
FEATURES
A new program targets mental disorders in the developing world.
A growing number of psychotic patients believe they are the stars of reality TV shows.
To save money, universities are cutting back or even canceling sabbaticals. But some question whether the move is budget-based or image-focused.
Research suggests that parents fear that diagnoses such as depression or ADHD will stigmatize their children, and they may avoid treatment as a result.
APA will honor psychology's top researchers, practitioners and educators on Aug. 7 during the association's Annual Convention in Toronto.
Alan E. Kazdin and Patrick DeLeon will receive APA's highest honor.
APA's divisions and affiliated student groups are hosting these sessions at APA's Annual Convention, Aug. 6–9.*
EARLY-CAREER PSYCHOLOGY
As workplaces become increasingly age-diverse, psychologists are working to help people of all ages work together.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS UPDATE
Treating tobacco dependence offers a unique opportunity to blend psychology science and practice.
ON YOUR BEHALF
What APA is doing for you?
RANDOM SAMPLE
CANDIDATES FOR APA PRESIDENT
Candidates for APA President
Candidates for APA President
Candidates for APA President
Candidates for APA President
Candidates for APA President
COLUMNS
From the CEO
Rebalancing the internship imbalanceIn the Public Interest
Improving our prison system begins with preventionJudicial Notebook
Resolving disputes over childhood vaccinesPresident's Column
Where have all the psychologists gone?Science Directions
The challenges of human research
