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School psychologists: in demand and expanding their reach
America's school systems can't find enough school psychologists--a trend that is empowering them to break out of their traditional roles.
In the aftermath of Columbine
School psychologists continue to reach out to a devastated community.
Making the case for more school-based mental health services
APA is urging Congress to provide more mental health resources to schools.
Earning certification in substance abuse
Psychologists find APA certification helps their substance abuse patients--and their practices.
What is behind that credential?
When it comes to credentialing, caveat emptor.
Science
What will become of William James's grand old home?
Preservationists and a developer spar over the Cambridge home where the psychologist and philosopher wrote his major works.
Science watch
Concealing emotions hampers memory of distressing situations,
a new study finds.
Practice
APA urges Congress to ban discrimination in mental health insurance coverage
Federal survey says current laws are failing to broaden access to mental health care.
APA to gather Internet-based data on psychology practice
Rapid surveys of clinicians will provide continuous insight into practitioners' issues and needs.
A whole new book for complying with federal rules
The U.S. Inspector General outlines steps for providers seeking to establish internal procedures for complying with federal health-care
program requirements.
Public Interest
Advertising to children: Is it ethical?
Some psychologists cry foul as peers help advertisers target young consumers.
Professional psychology increases its advocacy capabilities
A new companion organization is expected to give psychology a bigger voice in Washington.
Surviving behind the scenes
A California psychologist helped boost the emotional endurance of the castaways and film crew on CBS's "Survivor."
Working to create a violence-free future for young children
An APA initiative will address early
childhood violence prevention through a media campaign and community education.
Association
APA urges Congress to ban discrimination in mental health insurance coverage
Federal survey says current laws are failing to broaden access to mental health care.
New listserv links students with seasoned practitioners
Div. 42 and APAGS launch "mentors" to help students and new professionals who want to pursue independent practice.
APA book notes
A new book debunks popular theories about aging.
A unifying forum for the study of emotion
Spring 2001 will bring the first issue of APA's newest journal, Emotion.
Taking research findings to the next step
New Health Psychology editor wants research to have more impact on health professions and the health-care industry.
The architect of APA's financial foundation
Meredith P. Crawford, who laid the groundwork for APA to own commercial real estate, continues to serve the association.
APA presidential elections
Candidates answer two more questions.
Division and state associations announce new officers
Departments
APF news
Association news
Calendar
Division spotlight
Facts and figures
Judicial notebook
Letters
On the record
People
President's column
Public Policy Office update
Running Commentary
Science Directions
Shared Perspectives
Speaking of Education
Time capsule
Web sites of the month
In brief
Women face higher risk at work than men
Psychologists and educators set out test takers' rights and responsibilities
CSPP becomes part of newly formed Alliant University
Humana and Aetna test psychologist-designed behavioral health assessment program
APA's board establishes new task forces, recommends initiative to the Council of Representatives
People today more likely to see nonmedical professionals for mental health problems
Harvard study underscores need for mental health parity
Psychologists weigh in on the ills of light cigarettes
Psychologists seek government funding to study interactive technology's affect
Summer Science Institute immerses top students in research
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