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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

History of Psychology and Social Justice: What Can Historical Research within Our Discipline Teach Us about Social Justice Issues Today? a Lot!

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Social

  • Jean Giebenhain
    University of St. Thomas
  • Adam Boerner
    University of St. Thomas
  • Mara Dobbe
    University of St. Thomas
  • Madison Foerderer
    University of St. Thomas
  • Wyatt Freie
    University of St. Thomas
  • Erica Haff
    University of St. Thomas
  • Elijah Hannah
    University of St. Thomas
  • Ashley Hughes
    University of St. Thomas
  • Breaunna Palmer
    University of St. Thomas
  • Robel Ponds
    University of St. Thomas
  • Mona Ramzy
    University of St. Thomas
  • Clare Riley
    University of St. Thomas
  • Kassidy Severson
    University of St. Thomas
  • Kate Smith
    University of St. Thomas
  • Lauren Vlach
    University of St. Thomas
  • Jonah Murtha
    University of St. Thomas

Abstract

Issues related to social justice are at the forefront of American society today. Psychological research often reflects the current zeitgeist. We investigate this research-zeitgeist interplay surrounding social justice through analysis of “American Psychologist” and “Journal of Social Issues” starting in the 1940s. Results suggest that themes mirror today’s social issues.

History of Psychology