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Monitor on Psychology

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AI is changing every aspect of psychology. Here’s what to watch for

Psychologists and their skills are irreplaceable, but thoughtful and strategic implementation of AI is crucial.

FEATURES

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More than 20% of teens have seriously considered suicide. Psychologists and communities can help tackle the problem

The most alarming trend in recent years has been a sharp rise in suicide among Black youth ages 10 to 24.
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How gambling affects the brain and who is most vulnerable to addiction

Once confined mostly to casinos concentrated in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, access to gambling has expanded dramatically, including among children.

CE CORNER

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How to promote mental health among Asian American teens

The COVID-19 pandemic illuminated the mental health stressors that this vulnerable population faces.

NEWS

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Taking mental health conversations to ice cream stores, barbershops, and more

Amid the ongoing mental health crisis, psychologists are bringing their expertise to schools, hair salons, restaurants, and other everyday spots.
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Meet the candidates for APA's 2025 president

Members will elect the association's next president this summer.
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988 lifeline sees big increase in calls for help a year after launch

The improved accessibility, however, has created another challenge: the need for more mental health providers to staff call centers.

CAREER

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Academic independence under fire

Experts from psychology and beyond are sounding the alarm and helping educators respond if they face threats or harassment.
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Psychologists are teaching health care teams to identify and address microaggressions

 Proactive training is the key to effective handling of subtle forms of discrimination—as well as avoiding them in the first place.

RESEARCH

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In brief

A link between depression and heart disease in young adults, sharing fake news to ensure social status, and more research

The latest peer-reviewed studies within psychology and related fields.
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By the numbers

Young adults are still lonely, but rates of loneliness are dropping overall

Those with lower incomes also continue to report higher rates of loneliness than others.
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Datapoint

Today’s graduate students are racially and ethnically diverse

Racial diversity varied across both subfields and degree levels.
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President’s column

You belong here at APA 2023

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Update from the CEO

Psychologists’ expertise is helping chart a safe future for AI and social media

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Judicial notebook

How relevant is an eating disorder in a capital case?

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Conversation

The power of science communication: 5 questions for Heather Berlin

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People

Psychologists in the news

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The hot list

Convention updates, APA’s social media health advisory, and more

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Date created: July 2023

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