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Browse the latest updates from APA, informed by psychological science.
Amid cost-of-living worries and concern for the nation’s future, stress is reshaping Americans’ lives
Candice Hargons, PhD, elected as 2028 APA president
You can make a difference
Learn about key issues impacting psychologists today
APA Letter to Congress on the American Health Care Act [PDF]
The American Psychological Association and its affiliated APA Practice Organization sent a letter to congressional leaders stating their opposition to the American Health Care Act.
Letter to Secretary of Defense James Mattis on Torture [PDF]
APA sends a letter to Secretary of Defense Mattis to urge against use of torture or abusive treatment of detainees.
Letter to CIA Director Pompeo on Torture [PDF]
APA sends a letter to CIA Director Pompeo to urge against use of torture or abusive treatment of detainees.
Letter to Attorney General Sessions on Torture [PDF]
APA sends a letter to Attorney General Sessions to urge against use of torture or abusive treatment of detainees.
Letter to President Donald J. Trump on Torture [PDF]
APA sends a letter to President Donald J. Trump to urge against use of torture or abusive treatment of detainees.
Federal Health Care Reform Policy Letter [PDF]
APA and APAPO share recommendations for federal health care reform policy to President-elect Trump.
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Letter [PDF]
APA and APAPO urge Congress not to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Let's focus on APA's true mission
APA’s interim CEO says the association should refocus on its mission of applying psychology’s knowledge to improve people’s lives.
APA Letter to Obama on Convention Against Torture [PDF]
APA President Susan H. McDaniel, PhD, and Interim CEO Cynthia D. Belar, PhD, sent a letter to President Obama asking him to withdraw the United States’ reservations and understandings regarding the treaty.
The mission continues
Dr. Cynthia Belar addresses APA and its mission in her final column.
Summing it up
Dr. Cynthia Belar is retiring and reflects on the accomplishments of the APA Education Directorate's accomplishments.
New partnership advances psychology
Dr. Cynthia Belar discusses partnership between APA and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
A new professionalism
Cynthia Belar, PhD, Executive Director of Education, discusses professionalism in the context of a changing health-care system.
Promoting mental health for success in college
Dr. Cynthia Belar discusses APA's role in building and advancing educational pathways for students at every level.
A blueprint for the future
Dr. Cynthia Belar discusses the Education Directorate's contributions to the the Health Service Psychology EducationCollaborative.
Celebrating those who improve the teaching of psychology
Dr. Cynthia Belar looks at the accomplishments of Psychology Teachers at Community Colleges (PT@CC) and Teachers of Secondary Schools (TOPSS).
Joining Forces: Psychology teams up with the White House
Dr. Cynthia Belar explains APA's collaboration with the White House to mobilize resources and support for militarymembers and their families in the areas of employment, education and wellness.
Promoting quality
Dr. Cynthia Belar discusses guidelines that encourage colleges and universities to promote evidence-based education.
Technology and education 101
Dr. Cynthia Belar discusses the advances of technology and its impact on education delivery.
Report of the BEA Task Force on Primary Care Psychology Training [PDF]
The Primary Care Training Task Force’s charge is to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for education and training to prepare psychologists for integrated primary care in varied settings.
Reflecting on a vision
Dr. Cynthia Belar reflects on her 10th anniversary at APA and discusses the future of psychology across scientific disciplines.
Why it’s essential to work with other disciplines
This month's APA Education Leadership Conference will address how we prepare our students for interdisciplinary and interprofessional research, teaching and practice.
A developmental milestone
Regular column by Dr. Cynthia Belar, APA Director for Education. This month's column focuses on the resolution that the APA Board of Educational Affairs passed that will bring psychology in more alignment with other health professions in assuring quality.
Advancing quality in psychology education
A major advance in promoting quality in psychology education occurred with the APA Council of Representatives approval of the Principles for Quality Undergraduate Education in Psychology.
Community colleges in the national spotlight
Column by Dr. Cynthia Belar, APA Executive Director for Education that focuses on APA's Committee of Psychology Teachers at Community Colleges.
