“There’s a growing recognition that #mentalhealth is just as important as physical health in young people’s development, but that’s happening just as mental health services are under extreme strain."—Dr. Robin Gurwitch apa.org/monitor/2023/0…

This summer, Distinguished Professor of Clinical Psychology, Ricardo Muñoz, PhD, retired after 11 years of service. Please help us thank this beloved colleague and professor for his dedication! 💙

I send you an abundance of peace and positive energy. May you and your loved ones — bask in the Creator’s beautiful light. 🌈⚡️

They don’t play in Atlanta😳

Why do kids and teens face a higher risk of harm on #socialmedia? APA Chief Science Officer Mitch Prinstein breaks down the science of the developing brain. #SafeOnSocial For more, read APA's health advisory on social media use in adolescence: at.apa.org/2w6

Feeling overwhelmed? These science-backed tips can help you manage #stress and protect both your mental and physical health. Learn more: at.apa.org/e0t

Convocation today was enlivening, exciting, and a great way to build community (which was our theme for the past year)! This coming year, the theme is compassion. It was great seeing so many faculty and staff in person and online! Photo 🧵:

Congratulations Bay Area Psychological Association! CPA Past President David Lin, PsyD (left) presented the award to Paul Marcille, PhD during Saturday's Keynote Session. #CPA2023 #CPA75years

A new APA report outlines the many obstacles faced by psychology faculty of color when pursuing tenure or promotion—including financial constraints, workplace complexities, and "inequity taxes" related to their engagement in social justice issues. apa.org/news/press/rel…

NPR attempted to unpack the terms Hispanic, Latino/a, and Latinx in this article: npr.org/2021/09/17/103…. Since it is #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’ll share resources to expand and deepen our members knowledge of these communities. Please read and share!

News: SARS-CoV-2 infects coronary arteries, increases plaque inflammation dlvr.it/Swk9k7

Unbelievable! Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) just asked the House Oversight Committee if they would "please raise their hand if they believe both Hunter and Trump should be held accountable for any of the indictments against them" if they are found guilty 'by a jury of their peers'.

Just to be clear – Speaker McCarthy will get paid during an Extreme Republican Shutdown. Hardworking Americans will be the ones suffering.

Dating violence can cause significant harm to #teens, who are still developing the skills to navigate conflict, jealousy, and rejection. Here's how psychologists are working to keep young people safe and reduce risk for #IPV later in life: at.apa.org/6700ea

This gave me goosebumps. “My 18-year-old daughter was at Starbucks, alone, the other night. A man came up to her and started talking to her. A barista handed her “an extra hot chocolate someone forgot to pick up.” How grateful I am for people who look out for other

CPA-Sponsored AB 282 signed by Governor! This bill helps streamline the licensure process for psychologists. CPA is your voice at the Capitol... Join now and get 15 months for the price of 12 with membership through 12/31/24! Details online: cpapsych.org. Join now!

California will welcome the new year by becoming the first state to offer health insurance for all undocumented immigrants. abc7news.com/california-hea…