May 2005 | Monitor on Psychology
Vol. 36 No. 5
On the Cover: APA's 2005 Annual Convention Aug. 18–21
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Program highlights
Don't miss these special convention events.
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A presidential push to publicize psychology's contributions
APA's president will discuss promoting psychology, enhancing diversity and treating the 'whole' person, among other initiatives, in his convention address.
SCIENCE WATCH
New students who feel more alone respond less to the flu shot.
IN BRIEF
- For those with a personal stake, flashbulb memories burn bright
- APA highlights advertising's impact on kids
- Football star testifies in support of NIDA addictions research
- When dogs bark, humans understand
- Conference explores effective technology use
- It's no joke: Study identifies brain circuitry involved in our grasp of sarcasm
- A chorus of voices for the biopsychosocial model
- APA Council approves changes to continuing-education approval system
ETHICS ROUNDS
'Gatekeeping' aspects of the supervisory role provide a helpful lens through which to explore the ethical dimensions of supervision.
Features
Researchers across disciplines find ever more evidence of a link between psychological stress and workers' heart problems.
Large multidisciplinary collaborations are capturing the interest--and dollars--of federal funding sources.
In the wake of the worst school shooting since 1999, psychologist Doug McDonald co-directed the mental health response team dispatched to the Red Lake Nation.
Psychologists in education discussed innovations in graduate training and attracting minority students, among other issues, at their midwinter meetings.
A CLOSER LOOK
APA's Div. 49 aims to reconnect with its practice constituents and boost membership among up-and-comers.
EARLY-CAREER PSYCHOLOGY
Getting a dual degree or applying your degree to a second field can expand your perspective and opportunities, early-career experts say.
STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
With the link between health and behavior gaining broad public acceptance, the 2005 State Leadership Conference focused on psychology's key role in realizing that link in today's health-care system.
An SLC speaker argued that Republicans and Democrats agree more than they disagree, despite what the media would have us believe.
A State Leadership Conference workshop offered guidance on becoming HIPAA Security Rule compliant.
Parenting coordinators help divorcing families--and the new niche helps expand psychology's reach.
CORRECTIONS
COLUMNS
From the CEO
Judicial Notebook
President's Column
Professional Point
Speaking of Education