Read more about the psychology and science behind how individuals and groups respond to epidemics. More
The latest PSPI examines psychological interventions for the treatment of chronic pain, including the gap between the evidence of the effectiveness of several psychological interventions and their availability and use in treatment. More
Explaining the meaning of “scientific consensus” may counter false beliefs about the safety of genetically modified foods. This same approach, however, is less effective in convincing skeptics that climate change is real and caused by humans. More
Research shows Syrian refugees were significantly more motivated to return home than to emigrate to the West. Those who were motivated to emigrate were the least likely to endorse extreme religious and political views. More
On May 21, APS convened a panel of experts on policing and racism. Here is a video and transcript of that event. More
APS is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas. More
The APS Global Collaboration on COVID-19 convenes psychological scientists and other behavioral science experts to assess how our field has contributed to combating the COVID-19 pandemic and identify gaps in our understanding that should be addressed through new research. [More]
Find collaborators, get advice, give advice, and take time to advance the field and your career by making new connections. These member-only events are free and allow you to virtually connect with others in your field and with similar interests and goals. [More]
The APS Teaching Fund provides small grants for projects that promote the teaching and learning of psychological science. [More]
APS honors members in the earliest stages of their careers as well as accomplished leaders with the field’s most prestigious awards and recognitions. [More]
If the voice of science is missing from public events, that vacuum will quickly be filled by less evidence-based perspectives. More
Alison Gopnik, Rachael Jack, Tania Lombrozo, and EJ Wagenmakers lead research efforts in children’s development, cognitive modeling, and more. More
Iris-Tatjana Kolassa, a professor of clinical and biological psychology at Ulm University, shares her insights on this prestigious grant. More
