Psychology Student Network
A publication of the Education Directorate
March 2022
|Vol. 10, No. 1
In This Issue
- Getting in ‘good trouble’: Leaning into issues you care about using psychology
Psychology can help us understand and address social justice issues.
- APA Office of Applied Psychology video series on careers in applied psychology
This exciting new video series highlights interesting careers in applied psychology.
- Application of behavior analysis to promote health and wellness, enhance physical fitness, and improve sport performance
Use the science of behavior to make a positive impact on health, wellbeing, and human performance.
Podcast
- Speaking of Psychology: Exploring the human-animal bond
Maggie O’Haire, PhD, discusses the role that animals can play in improving people’s mental health.
From the Honor Societies
- Psi Chi awards and research grants
Opportunity knocks for Psi Chi members.
- What does my future look like as a psychologist?
Career interviews highlight psychologists working in a multitude of settings.
Book Review
- Review of Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It
This book explores the power of positive and negative self-talk and how to benefit from your inner voice.
- Review of You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion and Why It Matters
This book explores the topic of influence and understanding its impact in everyday life.
Announcements
- Spotlight on Student Researchers of Color
Students and recent graduates of historically Black colleges and universities highlight their recent research projects, share their reasons for pursuing careers in psychology, and discuss their plans for the future. - APA Committee on Associate and Baccalaureate Education Essay Competition
In 2021, CABE invited students to write an essay of no more than 750 words that addresses the topic of careers in psychology with an associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology. The award-winning essays are posted online. - APA launches new student listserv
New listserv for sharing news and time-sensitive announcements.
- International Research Databases
These databases can aid cross-cultural research and internationalization of psychology.
- Available now: The Mastering APA Style Student Workbook
An online and interactive workbook to learn and apply the basic principles of APA Style and scholarly writing. - APA Membership Renewal
If you have yet to do so, please make sure you keep your member benefits and keep your place in APA in 2022. It’s not too late. Renew now, and don’t miss out on exclusive tools, resources, and support for the year ahead.