Psychological Science Agenda

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Smog in our brains
Researchers are identifying startling connections between air pollution and decreased cognition and well-being.

The psychology of HIV/AIDS prevention
At a conference co-sponsored by APA, psychologists emphasize that behavioral interventions are essential to slowing Washington, D.C.’s HIV/AIDS epidemic.

APA resolution emphasizes behavioral and biomedical approaches
Biomedical interventions for preventing or treating HIV infection depend on human behavior.

What are the benefits of mindfulness?
A wealth of new research has explored this age-old practice. Here's a look at its benefits for both clients and psychologists.

Money can't buy happiness
Extremely wealthy people have their own set of concerns: anxiety about their children, uncertainty over their relationships and fears of isolation, finds research by Robert Kenny.

Psychology's ‘ideas worth spreading'
Psychologists are reaching millions through TED talks.

President’s Column
Suzanne Bennett Johnson on APA’s treatment guidelines efforts

In Brief
Snapshots of recently published findings.