Psychological Science Agenda

Top speakers for psychology's top meeting
APA has lined up a wealth of experts to deliver plenary presentations at its Annual Convention in Orlando, Aug. 2–5.

Presidential programming
Obesity, interdisciplinary team science and interprofessional practice are this year's APA presidential convention themes.

Lifetime achievement
Kelly D. Brownell and Rena Wing will be honored at APA's 2012 Annual Convention.

Improving health, worldwide
Psychology is ramping up efforts to improve global health and well-being.

Design for all ages
Imagine a house that can help its aging occupant figure out why his arthritis is acting up or a robot that can remind your grandmother to take her medications. Wendy Rogers is working to make that future a reality.

Alone, in ‘the hole’
Psychologists probe the mental health effects of solitary confinement.

Time Capsule
Psychology's first forays into film
Lillian and Frank Gilbreth filmed industrial employees on the job in an effort to increase worker safety and happiness, while limiting boredom.

Quick Reads 

• Math + science + motherhood = a tough combination 

• Interdisciplinary programs that are leading the way 

• The rights of indigenous people take center stage at AAAS meeting 

• Support for sexual minorities

In Brief
Snapshots of recently published findings.

Full May issue

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