Whether you’re the reader who rips through a new book each week or the one still slogging through that bestseller your friend recommended months ago, psychologists (and their research) say your time is well spent. on.apa.org/2LiOqjV

Want to talk about mental health with your kids but unsure of the best way to start the conversation? Time to Change have given some fantastic tips in this article. happiful.com/take-time-to-t…

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Planning your final summer getaway? Dr. David Ballard, director of APA Psychologically Healthy Workplaces, explains the steps you can take to make sure you enjoy your time off and avoid the post-vacation blues. on.apa.org/2N0z040

September is #SuicidePreventionMonth, a time when we put extra focus on raising awareness of causes, warning signs, & treatment options of suicide for those dealing with suicidal thoughts and the families & friends who seek to help them. Learn more: on.apa.org/2wITNzI

❌ Myth: Most suicides happen suddenly without warning. ✅ Fact: Warning signs—verbally or behaviorally—precede most suicides. Therefore, it’s important to learn and understand the warnings signs associated with suicide. #SuicidePrevention ➡️ nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blo…

#Psychology graduate students: Sign up to be part of American Psychological Association's Campus Ambassador Program and help bring APA-supported events, activities and resources to your campus. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/2QVf5Tl

Statement of APA President Regarding the Science Behind Why Women May Not Report Sexual Assault apa.org/news/press/rel… via American Psychological Association

Congrats to the recipients of American Psychological Association's 2018 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Honors! Nearly two dozen workplaces recognized for fostering employee well-being, organizational performance bit.ly/2Q1JBcP

Register today for MePA Fall Conference on Telehealth at mepa.org!

There’s still time to register! Join us for the MePA fall conference on November 9 for Telehealth and Psychotherapy: Best Practices, Current Research and Ethical Considerations mepa.wildapricot.org/event-3076439

“Hate crimes are the most extreme expression of prejudice...because they target core aspects of our identity as human beings." Statement from APA President Jessica Henderson Daniel in response to the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh: on.apa.org/2Rf9Gpe

FREE METRO rides to the polls on Election Day - Tuesday, November 6 All Routes. All Day.

69% of Americans say they are stressed about our nation’s future. (More: on.apa.org/2JrBpjP) Join me tomorrow (10/31, 8am EST) on #CSPAN to talk about American Psychological Association Stress in America. Washington Journal #stressapa

On Jan. 1, 2019, there will be new billing codes for psychological and neuropsychological testing services. Here are answers to some of your most common questions about the new codes. apapracticecentral.org/reimbursement/…

Congratulations to Sandy Shullman!

In one month we'll celebrate the 2019 American Psychological Association Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award winners. What does it mean to create a psychologically healthy workplace? Here's what the leaders of last year's winning organizations had to say:

APA RECOGNIZES 8 ORGANIZATIONS FOR HEALTHY WORKPLACE PRACTICES (WASHINGTON) From symphony orchestra in ME to architectural firm in Hawai’i, 8 organizations across US, Canada named winners of American Psychological Association’s 2019 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards MePA @CmtyHlthOptns

“Just remember that if they’re resisting your best efforts to love and support them, there may be reasons for that. It’s not your failure.” 💚bit.ly/2IrXyRJ

This is so exciting! I hope MePA can convince Maine to join the Compact! ASPPB American Psychological Association This will revolutionize how we practice, allow us to follow our patients, and provide a critical avenue for us to compete in the marketplace. Thanks, ASPPB, esp. Dr. Alex Siegel!