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Be an Op-Ed Author!Share the excitement of psychological science with others by writing an op-ed piece for local or national newspapers. Such pieces influence the understanding and appreciation of psychological science by the general public and policy makers. Your contribution can have a lasting effect — first, it is read by the public; then, it can be accessed in a data bank by journalists and other media specialists who look for ideas for feature articles and TV programs. The Science Directorate and the Office of Member and Public Communications would be happy to provide any additional advice or assistance. Rhea Farberman, APA Executive Director for Member and Public Communications, is willing to help shape op-ed articles for publication. If you have questions or comments about this idea, please contact Science. Sample Op-Ed Pieces:"What is Killing Our Kids?" by Lewis P. Lipsitt "It's Not What You Know, but How You Use It: Teaching for Wisdom" by Robert J. Sternberg "Fighting Obesity And The Food Lobby" by Kelly D. Brownell and David S. Ludwig "Minds Don't Snap" by Lewis P. Lipsitt "Commentary: Misplaced Anger May Mask Fear and Sadness" by Jennifer J. Freyd "Empathy is Fickle, but Beneficial" by Martin Hoffman "The Psychology of Terrorism: Mind Games and Healing" by Phil Zimbardo, PhD "Mind Games: Don't play on terrorists' turf" by Phil Zimbardo, PhD "On the Brink of a Brand-New Old Age" by Laura L. Carstensen, PhD "Scientists Should Look for Basic Causes, Not Just Effects" by Kurt Salzinger, PhD "The Uses of Shame: Condemn the Crime, Not the Person" by June Tangney, PhD |
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