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Loneliness and Social Isolation

In recognition of Loneliness Awareness Week, we’ve collected research exploring the causes, impacts, and possible interventions for loneliness and social isolation.

Loneliness and Social Isolation

In recognition of Loneliness Awareness Week, we’ve collected research exploring the causes, impacts, and possible interventions for loneliness and social isolation.

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The Observer

From pandemics to poverty, from mental illness to science denial, sweeping public health challenges have engulfed the world. Psychological science could improve outcomes for millions.

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Latest Podcast

Happy Pride Month! Catch up on the latest research and learn about how psychological science has played a leading role in busting misconceptions about sexual orientation and gender identity, and in changing people’s attitudes toward individuals who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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News and Research

Bringing Contexts In, Taking Racism Out: How to Improve Cognitive Psychology

How can researchers reshape cognitive psychology to become more aware of the roles of culture and context? Ayanna Thomas joins APS’s Ludmila Nunes to discuss scientific racism in cognitive psychology.
“The Tribe Has Spoken”: Race and Gender Bias Influence Voting Outcomes in Reality TV Show

Women and BIPOC players in the reality TV show Survivor may be less likely to win due to sexual and racial biases that arise when it comes to voting.
Endless Love: You’ve Got Ideas About Consensual Nonmonogamy. They’re Probably Wrong

In this episode of Under the Cortex, Amy C. Moors joins APS’s Ludmila Nunes and demystifies common misconceptions about consensually nonmonogamous relationships.

APS Resources and Announcements

PSPI Live

This online symposium series takes a deeper look at important papers published in the APS journal Psychological Science in the Public Interest.
APS Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Learn about APS’s commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of our leadership, membership, activities, staff, and field.
Webinars & Virtual Events

Explore all of APS’s digital offerings, including Convention sessions and interviews, webinars, news podcasts, and more!

APS Programs and Member Resources

Campus Representative Program

Be a leader at your school. Help the APS Student Caucus spread the word about programs, network with others in the field, gain valuable experience!
Write for Us!

The Observer is a great way for APS members to share timely and relevant research, insights about how the science is changing the world, profiles of leaders and change agents within the field, and more.
APS Global Collaboration on COVID-19

Six working groups explore how psychological science can more effectively inform solutions to pandemics.
Resources on Combating Misinformation

Browse this extensive collection of resources exploring how misinformation hobbles understanding of critical topics and what can be done to mitigate the risks.
Employment & Career

Browse job openings and fellowships, learn about funding opportunities, and read about research pathways and career insights.
Government Research, Funding, and Policy

Learn about the government institutes, agencies, and policies that support research and training for psychological scientists.

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Loneliness and Social Isolation

Loneliness and Social Isolation

Upcoming Events

The Observer

Latest Podcast

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Research Topic: LGBTQIA+

News and Research

Bringing Contexts In, Taking Racism Out: How to Improve Cognitive Psychology

“The Tribe Has Spoken”: Race and Gender Bias Influence Voting Outcomes in Reality TV Show

Endless Love: You’ve Got Ideas About Consensual Nonmonogamy. They’re Probably Wrong

APS Resources and Announcements

PSPI Live

APS Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Webinars & Virtual Events

APS Programs and Member Resources

Campus Representative Program

Write for Us!

APS Global Collaboration on COVID-19

Resources on Combating Misinformation

Employment & Career

Government Research, Funding, and Policy

Latest Podcast

APS Resources and Announcements

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