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How to cope with traumatic stress

Psychologists recommend people lean on loved ones, prioritize self-care, and be patient with themselves to help manage the stressful effects of trauma
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Countering antisemitism, promoting Jewish inclusion

APA unequivocally condemns antisemitism in all its forms, recognizing its painful impacts on mental health and well-being
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Trauma related to October 7 attack

APA journal Psychological Trauma special issue on trauma related to the Israel-Hamas War October 7th attack

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Gain clarity on safe and science-backed digital mental and behavioral health technologies that have passed an independent, evidence-based evaluation.

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Helping workaholics find balance

Causes, consequences, and coping mechanisms for compulsive overwork
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When loneliness follows leaders home

Journal of Occupational Health Psychology article highlights loneliness as a hidden leadership barrier
Journal special issue

Family Conversations in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Developmental Psychology highlights family conversations about COVID-19 across diverse populations worldwide
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Candice Hargons, PhD, elected as 2028 APA president

Will serve as 2027 president-elect before becoming president on January 1, 2028

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Speaking of Psychology: Are you a workaholic or just a hard worker? With Malissa Clark, PhD
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Are you a workaholic or just a hard worker?

Malissa Clark, PhD, discusses how workaholism differs from simply working hard

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