Women in Academe: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back (PDF, 314KB)opens in new window
This task force report explores the characteristics, roles and status of women psychologists working in academic settings and documents the continued need for improvement in women's standing in academic institutions. (2000).
Surviving and Thriving in Academia: A Guide for Women and Ethnic Minorities
This guide discusses critical incidents and decisions that may confront women and ethnic minorities as they enter and progress through the academic pipeline. (1998).
Toward an Inclusive Psychology: Infusing the Introductory Psychology Textbook with Diversity Content (PDF, 2.09 MB)opens in new window
This report by the Commission on Ethnic Minority Recruitment, Retention, and Training in Psychology Task Force/Textbook Initiative Work Group Provides suggestions and examples for publishers, authors, and instructors in order to help them advance psychology as an inclusive science. (2003).
Postpartum Depression Brochure
It's common for women to experience the "baby blues" -- feeling stressed, sad, anxious, lonely, tired, or weepy -- following their baby's birth. Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, recovery is possible with proper treatment.
"Report of the Task Force on the Changing Gender Composition of Psychology"
This report assesses the significance and implications of the increase in the number of women entering the discipline of psychology. (1995). For more information, contact the Women's Programs Office.
Women in the American Psychological Association (PDF, 23.7 MB)opens in new window
This report provides data on the numbers of women participating as members and serving in leadership roles in psychology, including in divisions; in state associations; on the boards and committees that make up APA's governance structure; in the publications process as editors, associate editors, and reviewers; and in APA's central office. (2006).
Briefing Paper: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Among Women on Welfare
This briefing paper provides a summary of recent research on the powerful and negative impact of mental health problems, such as depression, and on the high prevalence of mental health problems among poor women.
Making 'Welfare to Work' Really Work
This report looks at the real causes of poverty among women and what the scientific research tells us about issues such as domestic violence, education and training, the structure of work and workplace benefits, child care, and physical and mental health care. (1998).
Abuse of Women with Disabilities
APA Women's Programs Office brochure of resources and facts regarding the abuse of women with disabilities, including: types of abuse, how you can help yourself and safety planning.
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Abuso de Mujeres con Discapacidad
Resolution on Male Violence Against Women
Violence against women is a major cause of reduced quality of life, distress, injury and death for women and has serious secondary effects for families, communities, and the economy.
Violencia en Contra de la Pareja
Mujeres con discapacidades tienen 40 por ciento mayor riesgo de sufrir violencia por parte de la pareja, principalmente violencia severa, en comparación con mujeres sin discapacidades.
Report of the Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls
This report explores the cognitive and emotional consequences, consequences for mental and physical health, and impact on development of a healthy sexual self-image. (2007).
Publications
Women's Programs Office task force reports, committee publications, brochures and resolutions.
APA Resolutions and Policy Statements on Women
Resolutions and advocacy related to women's issues.