New research “reflects decades of neglect towards mental health, for kids in particular," said ⁦⁦⁦Mitch Prinstein⁩ ⁦⁦American Psychological Association⁩ Chief science officer. Set politics aside and invest in the behavioral health workforce & school-based support. abcnews-go-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/abcnews.go…

Learned a lot from a room full of Gen-Z at the National #DigitalRoundtable sharing ideas about using social media to address society’s challenges, including protecting youth online. Anthony Shop Andreas Sandre

Believe!!

“Psychologists can give teachers and other community leaders the psychological knowledge and skills they need to support people’s behavioral health.” - Arthur C Evans, Ph.D ❤️ Exactly what I’ve been doing ❤️ Feels good when the voices of APA leadership are consistent with the work we

Truth. Society of Pediatric Psychology Katherine B McGuire #APAAdvocacy

It is unacceptable that nearly 7 out of 10 of U.S. Jews have experienced antisemitism online or on social media. Join American Jewish Committee in calling on Twitter, Meta, TikTok US, and YouTube to prevent the spread of anti-Jewish hate online: actnow.ajc.org/4O66g6Z

How can we help teens stay #SafeOnSocial? Our recent health advisory on social media use in adolescence offers ten science-based recommendations to guide parents, youth, tech companies, and policymakers. Read the full report: on.apa.org/41j2NHm

When stress persists over a long period of time, it can be overwhelming. Here are small steps you can take to address chronic stress and protect your health. Learn more: at.apa.org/1iu

Across the country, kids are facing unprecedented mental health challenges. It's on all of us to help. Join Governor Kathy Hochul and APA Chief Science Officer Mitch Prinstein tomorrow for the Summit on Youth Mental Health. Learn more: at.apa.org/3f518d #NYSYouthMentalHealth

Very touched by recognition of importance of promoting youth wellbeing.

ICYMI: How can advocates move the needle on #ImmigrationReform? Engaging policymakers through storytelling and combating misinformation are key, according to American Psychological Association’s Katherine B. McGuire Katherine B McGuire. Read her recommendations in a @BakerCtrUSMEX brief: bit.ly/46qMV9l

I enjoyed attending the European Congress of Psychology conference with Arthur C Evans, Ph.D American Psychological Association Our colleagues from the National Psychological Association of Ukraine expressed appreciation for the trauma recovery webinar we provided for them. We’re stronger together.

Celebrating Minority Mental Health Awareness Month with ⁦Dr. Thema⁩ and ⁦Lauren Underwood⁩ ⁦American Psychological Association⁩ ⁦Arthur C Evans, Ph.D⁩ #PsychologyPAC

Listen and you will hear grief. People in the AA & NHPI community are hurting. Secretary Xavier Becerra American Psychological Association Dr. Thema Arthur C Evans, Ph.D

AA & NHPI youth are hurting. Yet, they are our hopes and dreams for the future. Build school culture with safe spaces to heal and grow. Secretary Miguel Cardona American Psychological Association Dr. Thema #mentalhealth Arthur C Evans, Ph.D

“An advanced placement course that ignores the decades of science studying sexual orientation and gender identity would deprive students of knowledge they will need to succeed in their studies, in high school and beyond.”—APA CEO Arthur C Evans, Ph.D apa.org/news/press/rel…

Activities like walking or riding a bike “triggers hormonal releases, including endorphins that promote our brain health―reducing stress and improving sleep―and cognitive function, enhancing the ability to think.” —Dr. Alan Chu huffpost.com/entry/physical…

“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…

We are ALL victims of mis/disinformation, so we ALL need to learn the tricks used to fool us. Kuods to 60 Minutes for featuring this amazing psych science and the amazing Sander van der Linden!!!! And for more info: see this American Psychological Association report: apa.org/pubs/reports/h…

Today marks the 2nd anniversary of the #988Lifeline. We've proudly provided vital support to 10 million contacts through calls, texts, & chats. We're grateful to our local crisis center counselors, @SAMHSAgov, state leaders, & partner organizations. Together, we help save lives.