Get ready for robotics, AI and virtual reality
APA is hosting its annual Technology, Mind & Society conferenceopens in new window virtually on Nov. 12–13, featuring two days of emerging research on the critical role psychology plays in human-technology interaction. Keynote speakers include Jeremy Bailenson, PhD, Stanford University, Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD, Northeastern University, Juan E. Gilbert, PhD, University of Florida, Maja Matarić, PhD, University of Southern California, Safiya Umoja Noble, PhD, University of California, Los Angeles, and Rosalind Picard, ScD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Job seekers can connect with employers in psychological science and applied psychology at a virtual job fair on Nov. 10.
Learn more and register onlineopens in new window. Follow along on Twitter at #APATech20.
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What to stream
“Troubleshooting ‘Zoom Fatigue’ in the Era of Telehealth.” This hourlong webinar offers practical strategies to lessen the stress of daily videoconferencing.
“Impact of COVID-19 on Alcohol Use in the U.S.” A panel of addiction experts discuss how alcohol use has changed and may increase the spread of the coronavirus.
New fellow status
APA has awarded new fellow status to 80 psychologists who have made exceptional and national contributions to the field of psychology.
Have constructive talks about politics
A new APA book, “Beyond Your Bubble: How to Connect Across the Political Divide,” aims to help people hold meaningful conversations about politics and better connect with friends and family with different views. Go to APA Books.
Advancing health equity
APA’s new Committee on Health Equity will focus on reducing health disparities among marginalized communities and populations.