May 2014 | Monitor on Psychology
Vol. 45 No. 5
On the Cover: Welcome to Washington!
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Welcome to Washington!
At APA’s 2014 Annual Convention, Aug. 7–10, in D.C., a wealth of experts will speak on a variety of cutting-edge psychology topics.
- Up close and personal with Alan E. Kazdin
SCIENCE WATCH
Politicians are promoting the idea of universal preschool. Psychologists are helping to illuminate what works.
QUESTIONNAIRE
University of Virginia psychologist Daniel Willingham, PhD, is dedicated to helping schools and families determine which new educational tools and strategies are scientifically supported and worth adopting.
ETHICALLY SPEAKING
Conducting research over the Internet allows researchers to capture data as never before. But it also presents ethical challenges.
Features
A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association identifies depression as a risk factor for heart disease.
Psychologists weigh in on how the changing landscape of same-sex marriage may be affecting lesbian, gay and bisexual individuals.
Mom still rules when it comes to taking care of the kids, but dads are getting closer.
APA’s new policy resolution encourages a comprehensive approach to gun violence prevention.
RANDOM SAMPLE
Private practitioner, marital expert, and happy husband and father.
STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
At the 2014 State Leadership Conference, leaders create roadmaps for psychological practice under the Affordable Care Act.
From baby steps to full-fledged change, psychologists are exploring new ways of doing business.
APA’s 2014 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards celebrate employers making a difference.
How clinical practice guidelines can enhance care and save money in various health-care settings.
The following people and organizations were honored at the 2014 State Leadership Conference held in Washington, D.C., March 8–11.
CANDIDATES FOR APA PRESIDENT
Members will elect the association’s next president this fall.
COLUMNS
From the CEO
In the Public Interest
Judicial Notebook
President's Column
Science Directions
DEPARTMENTS
American Psychological Foundation

