Press Releases and Embargoes
This online press kit includes media advisories and press releases for specific convention sessions or events. All press releases are embargoed for the time of presentation unless otherwise noted. A list of media advisories and press releases is included below with links. Papers and presentations are available through links provided in the advisories and press releases or from APA Public Affairs.
Convention Press Office
Meeting Room W476, Fourth Floor — West Building, McCormick Place Convention Center, 2301 S. King Drive, Chicago. Facilities will include work space, wireless connections for laptops/tablets, high-speed printer, coffee and sodas, telephones and APA staff resources. This room will also be the site of any news briefings if any are held during the convention.
Hours (Central Daylight Time)
- Thursday, Aug. 8, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Friday-Saturday, Aug. 9 and 10, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 11, 8 a.m. to noon.
Registration
Media must be registered with APA’s convention press office to be present in the convention center during the meetings and to attend convention sessions. Media can register for the convention on site in the press room, in advance online, by emailing APA Public Affairs or calling (202) 336-5700. Registration is limited to credentialed journalists.
Program and Papers
The convention program can be downloaded (PDF, 27.20MB)opens in new window or accessed via the meeting app. Printed programs will also be available on site.
Audio or Video Recording
All news media must follow audio and video recording rules and are required to obtain permission from participants before recording. Permission forms will be available in the press room or by emailing APA Public Affairs.
Media Advisories for Immediate Release
- Psychology Addresses Deep Poverty
- Psychologists Focus on Combating Suicide
- Psychologists Helping Communities Address Gun Violence
Embargoed Press Releases
Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019
- Food Insecurity Common Across U.S. Higher Education Campuses
1 p.m. CDT - APA Presents Lifetime Achievement Award to Columbia's Sue
5 p.m. CDT
Friday, Aug. 9, 2019
- When Working With Animals Can Hurt Your Mental Health
8 a.m. CDT - Regular Exercise May Slow Decline in Those at Risk of Alzheimer's
9 a.m. CDT - Older Adults More Likely to Condemn Even Accidental Harm
4 p.m. CDT