June 2016 | Monitor on Psychology

Vol. 47 No. 6
June 2016 Monitor on Psychology

On the Cover:
Coming of age in the face of racism

Questionaire

QUESTIONNAIRE

Belated justice for sexual assault victims

Rebecca Campbell helped Detroit determine why critical evidence in thousands of sexual assault cases sat forgotten in a city storage facility for decades. Now she is bringing her expertise to other jurisdictions around the country.

Statistics on the worldwide financial impact of anxiety disorders and depression.

FEATURES

By the numbers: The economic cost of anxiety and depression

Statistics on the worldwide financial impact of anxiety disorders and depression.

APA teams with the CDC to curb smoking

A federally funded national tobacco education initiative features real Americans living with serious long-term health effects from smoking.

Datapoint: What do people do with their psychology degrees?

Data show how career paths differ for doctoral, professional, master’s and bachelor’s degree holders.

How much of the psychology literature is wrong?

A replication movement is afoot in psychology. But researchers disagree about the scope and significance of its findings so far.

The restraint of pregnant inmates

APA and its members are fighting to prevent the unnecessary shackling of pregnant female inmates — a practice that speaks to larger health and mental health needs for women in prisons and jails.

Obesity and the growing brain

Body fat and an unhealthy diet may impair brain function and lead to cognitive problems in children.

A bariatric psychologist

Rachel Goldman helps patients understand that weight loss surgery is only the first step toward healthier lives.

Brighter horizons for rural psychology

APA's focus on rural communities continues to improve access for underserved populations.

How did you get that job?

Christina Studebaker, PhD, works to evaluate legal cases and develop trial strategy.

The life-changing power of mentors

Midcareer psychologists talk about the mentors who shaped their careers.

APA’s general counsel retires

Nathalie Gilfoyle leaves APA after 19 years of translating psychological science for the courts.

A new online resource for working with Syrian refugees

Tip sheet offers guidance on how to aid and build trust with the Syrian refugee community.

Candidates

CANDIDATES FOR APA PRESIDENT

Candidates share their views

Candidates for the association’s presidency answer questions on ethical standards and communities of color.