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Browse the latest updates from APA, informed by psychological science.
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From the CEO: Psychology’s moment in brain health
From the brain economy to AI, our field increasingly has a reserved seat at the table
From the CEO: Psychology’s moment in the AI revolution
APA’s new Center for Behavioral Science and AI brings psychological expertise to technology.
From the CEO: Rethinking the model of psychology training
As AI reshapes psychological practice, we face an urgent question: Are we training psychologists for the work they will do, or the work we have always done?
From the CEO: Understanding your “why”—and counting the cost
Doing our work well means holding firm and following the science.
From the CEO: APA is holding AI technology companies accountable and helping to shape their work
APA is holding AI technology companies accountable and helping to shape their work.
From the CEO: Psychology is at a crossroads: How to lead through pressure
APA CEO encourages leading proactively and defining what psychology stands for rather than simply reacting to challenges.
From the CEO: Navigating tumultuous times
Diversity of perspective is essential to our success, but we must demonstrate that we can disagree in civil ways and come together when it matters.
From the CEO: Deepening our commitment to fostering global relationships
APA partners with psychological associations in nearly 80 countries, engaging in critical meetings and summits aimed at tackling societal issues.
From the CEO: APA 2025 highlights psychology’s impact on society
From youth mental health to AI to community polarization, sessions highlighted the importance and urgency of our field to meet the moment.
Redefining psychology in a rapidly changing world
Evolving our methods, mindset, and mission to stay relevant and impactful.
From the CEO: How APA is responding to the rapidly changing policy landscape
APA’s organizational ideals ensures that psychology navigates today’s challenges.
From the CEO: How to advance scientific excellence in an era of widespread misinformation and growing skepticism
APA works to improve research standards and procedures, promote demographic and viewpoint diversity, and share science with the public.
From the CEO: Taking psychology to the next level
APA has been working to demonstrate psychology’s role in solving critical societal issues.
From the CEO: Emerging stronger in times of change
By engaging with the trends shaping our field, psychology will remain at the forefront of societal progress.
Conflict of Interest Procedures and Policies [PDF]
As part of APA’s goal of following best practices for non-profit organizations, APA Representatives are asked to document their attention to controls against conflicts of interest annually by reviewing the training materials and completing an online Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form.
From the CEO: APA’s commitment to racial equity
Our approach to equity is intertwined with our pursuit of population health.
Improving community well-being: Psychology’s role in advancing population health
A population health approach aims to address the broad and complex nature of behavioral health conditions, promising improved health outcomes for all.
From the CEO: Psychology’s role in tackling artificial intelligence, misinformation, loneliness, and immigration
Psychologists are finding new ways to use their skills and training to make an outsize impact on the world.
From the CEO: Embracing a population health approach to improving youth mental health
Psychology can encourage innovation in bolstering mental health at the individual, community, and society level.
From the CEO: AI’s profound impact on the world
Psychological science can help minimize algorithmic biases and bring a human-centered perspective to safe and effective design.
From the CEO: Psychology’s role in fighting anti-EDI efforts
As a hub science, psychology is uniquely positioned to show the benefits of an equitable world.
APA follow-up letter to President Biden supporting the closure of Guantanamo Bay Detention Center [PDF]
APA President Cynthia de las Fuentes, PhD, and CEO Arthur C. Evans, Jr., PhD, sent a follow-up letter to President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., in support of his administration’s efforts to close the Guantanamo Bay Detention Center
Update From the CEO: APA aims to represent the interests of all of psychology
The science of human behavior can serve as a model for how people can come together in a meaningful way.
From the CEO: Psychology takes the stage at Consumer Electronics Show 2024
APA’s presence at the world’s largest consumer tech fair will chart a safer, ethical path for humanity’s connection with new technology
Update From the CEO: Psychology is leading the way on fighting misinformation
As experts in human behavior, it is incumbent on us to know the latest research and be part of the solution.
