Current Issue
October, 2013
Observer Article
Student Events at 18th Annual Convention
The 18th Annual Convention featured a full slate of student-oriented events produced by the APS Student Caucus Board in collaboration with the APS staff and student-affiliate members. The program included […]... More>
Observer Article
Bad Apples or Bad Barrels? Zimbardo on ‘The Lucifer Effect’
It is rare when a social scientist actually embraces theologically loaded words like “good” or “evil.” Most prefer to speak in more muted terms of violence and aggression, or use […]... More>
Observer Article
David Myers on Teaching Psychological Science Through Writing
David Myers, Hope College, was prevailed upon to deliver the inaugural APS Lecture on Teaching Psychology at the APS 18th Annual Convention. His address, “Teaching Psychological Science Through Writing,” focused […]... More>
Observer Article
Steps Toward a Science of Well-Being
Are you happy right now? Is reading this article an enjoyable use of your time or are you already reaching to turn the page? What about your life in general? […]... More>
Observer Article
Eating into the Nation’s Obesity Epidemic
“What product does the slogan ‘Melts in your mouth, not in your hand’ belong to?” Kelly Brownell challenged his listeners. They chuckled and shouted in unison “M&Ms.” The audience hadn’t […]... More>
