Explore how scientific research by psychologists can inform our professional lives, family and community relationships, emotional wellness, and more.
Work in America™ 2026
Workers weather stress, uncertainty, and AI with psychological capital
Children’s and adolescents’ learning with educational technology
Research-based recommendations to protect and support students’ learning, development, and well-being
APA Publishing products and resources that support research, education, practice and general wellbeing.
Tools for psychologists to do their jobs every day.
Perspectives on aging: Psychology across the lifespanlogin required
Sue Grigson’s research could help change the way we treat addiction
Resources for students, teachers and psychologists at all levels to explore career growth in psychology.
Professional Resilience in Changing Times
Paid Promotional Presentations Designed to Deepen Your Clinical Knowledge
Browse the latest updates from APA, informed by psychological science.
Candice Hargons, PhD, elected as 2028 APA president
APA CEO Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, to retire in January 2028
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Learn about key issues impacting psychologists today
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HIPPA Privacy Rule Primer [PDF]
Rules for psychologists to understand the do's and don'ts of HIPPA regulations. This publication was last updated in 2013.
Practitioners Tap into the Self-pay Market
This article profiles three practitioners who have successfully incorporated self-pay services into their practices, leaving managed care and health insurance behind.
Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (letter) [PDF]
APAPO's letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding a proposed rule that would apply the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 to health insurance coverage offered by Medicaid.
CE Corner: New guidelines for psychology’s role in pediatric-to-adult health care transitions
How psychologists can make the transfer safer and more successful for youth with chronic conditions.
Promoting inclusion of psychologists in national directory of health care providers
APA Services responds to a Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services request for information on the establishment of a national directory of providers.
COVID-19 and psychology services: How to protect your patients and your practice
Public health officials are monitoring the spread of the coronavirus—as psychologists you can take steps now to prepare your practice, address patients’ concerns, and manage anxiety in your community.
How insurance woes are impacting mental health care
Findings from a new APA/APA Services survey reflect the reasons many psychologists do not accept insurance reimbursement—reducing overall access to mental health care for many patients.
Closing a Practice
This article outlines key considerations and practical steps to help psychologists wind down a practice responsibly and effectively.
National Academies seeking input on strategies to improve access to behavioral health care services
Give the National Academies your input on factors affecting participation in Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace plans.
Pursuing additional income streams in an uncertain economy
Psychologists are supplementing their clinical work by exploring consulting, coaching, writing, and digital health roles.
When caregivers need care
People who regularly care for or assist a family member or friend with a health problem or disability are more likely to neglect their own health, particularly by not having insurance or putting off necessary health services due to cost.
Among psychologists, AI use is up, but so are concerns
APA’s 2025 survey reveals that over half of psychologists have experimented with AI tools, while most remain concerned about risks like data privacy, bias, and social impact.
New reimbursement pathways have opened doors for using digital therapeutics
Learn what providers can bill for, which FDA-cleared digital therapeutics qualify, what the early research shows, and how providers and health care systems are leveraging these tools.
The hot list
News about mental health resources in this crisis, support for students, helping kids and teens manage their feelings, materials for summer classes, and free wellness webinars.
APA partners with mental health leaders and national health insurers to launch COVID-19 Resource Hub
Coalition presents a free resource for the public and health care providers.
Making patient privacy and data security a priority in telehealth delivery
Telehealth provides a convenient way to connect, overcoming common barriers like scheduling and access to in-person appointments
Protecting patients after a therapist’s illness or death
A professional will provides a road map for managing the practical and legal aspects of closing a practice.
Americans are stressed about the presidential election
Health care, mass shootings and immigration are also cause stress.
Policy shifts are impacting psychologists’ ability to deliver care
Psychologists face mounting challenges to access, equity, and clinical integrity.
Practice mechanics that support your well-being
Investing time in cybersecurity, marketing, and long-term planning is both smart business and good for your mental health
Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act letter [PDF]
Organizations requesting the issuance of additional guidance related to the full implementation and enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act.
Succeeding as a Therapist
This user-friendly, practical guide summarizes everything therapists need to know about setting up, growing, and protecting their independent therapy practice.
Judicial notebook: Should behavioral health care insurers also be allowed to act as plan administrators?
Applying psychological science on conflicts of interest to behavioral health treatment coverage.
Managing your money during and after coronavirus
An expert says what you can do to take care of your financial health and manage your money during and after COVID-19.
Protecting the public from unlicensed therapy
Illinois has enacted a first-of-its-kind law restricting AI in therapy, ensuring only licensed professionals provide care while allowing limited administrative and supportive uses of AI under strict oversight.