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When missiles strike Ukraine’s capital, these psychologists race to help
Emergency responders in Kyiv offer not only physical care to the victims of airstrikes, but also mental health support for survivors in crisis.
Solve for math anxiety
Psychological scientists are learning about the causes and consequences of math anxiety—and how to prevent it.
The international adoption journey
Psychologists are gaining insights into how mental health professionals can better support international adoptees and their families.
Disrupting teen dating violence
Violence in teen relationships predicts violence in adulthood, so psychologists are exploring new ways to interrupt the cycle.
The healing power of Native American culture is inspiring psychologists to embrace cultural humility
A cadre of mental health professionals is calling for the development of innovative treatment approaches based on American Indian and Alaska Native values and worldviews.
A look at the mental health impact of antitrans legislation
Psychological science points to an increased risk of suicide and poor mental health amid a record number of bills aimed at restricting the rights of the LGBTQ+ population.
Psychologists of color find opportunities in I/O psychology
Industrial-organizational psychology is striving to improve the diversity of the discipline.
Best practices in team teaching
More and more psychology instructors are teaming up to teach classes. Here’s what they’ve learned about how to create a cohesive experience for students.
Fried food fries mental health, suicidality in LGBTQ+ teens, and more research
The latest peer-reviewed studies within psychology and related fields.
More than half of workers are looking for another job
Study shows employees are more engaged, but also more stressed.
Psychologists need more experience with Indigenous populations
Many clinicians lagging in patient caseloads for Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander or American Indian/Alaska Native populations.
Psychologists must embrace decolonial psychology
Psychological science is helping create healthier workplaces and happier workers
When it comes to racial justice issues, recent Supreme Court rulings are inconsistent
Discipline is still biased. How to reduce racial disparities in suspension rates
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