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2025 APS Global Summit Program

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Subject Area: Cross-Cultural Psychology

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Roundtable

Ghosting: A Global Phenomenon?

Tuesday October 21, 2025 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM ET (16:00 - 16:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Cross-Cultural Psychology

Abstract

Ghosting (i.e., ending relationships by cutting off contact) is a common phenomenon but has mostly been studied within the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe. We will describe and discuss findings and implications of a cross-cultural project on ghosting knowledge, attitudes, intentions, and behaviors in friendships and romantic relationships.

Ghosting (i.e., ending relationships by cutting off contact) is a common phenomenon but has mostly been studied within the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe. We will describe and discuss findings and implications of a cross-cultural project on ghosting knowledge, attitudes, intentions, and behaviors in friendships and romantic relationships.

Roundtable

Examining Socio-Psychological Determinants of Entrepreneurial Success Among Ugandan Diaspora Returnees

Tuesday October 21, 2025 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM ET (16:00 - 16:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Cross-Cultural Psychology

Abstract

This study will examine how identity, reintegration, and motivation influence entrepreneurial success among Ugandan diaspora returnees. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, it will explore the lived experiences of 24 returnees (12 males, 12 females, 18 and above). Findings aim to inform policies leveraging returnee entrepreneurship for sustainable, diaspora-driven national development.

This study will examine how identity, reintegration, and motivation influence entrepreneurial success among Ugandan diaspora returnees. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, it will explore the lived experiences of 24 returnees (12 males, 12 females, 18 and above). Findings aim to inform policies leveraging returnee entrepreneurship for sustainable, diaspora-driven national development.

Roundtable

Beyond Borders: Globalizing Student Research in Psychological Science

Tuesday October 21, 2025 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM ET (17:00 - 17:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Cross-Cultural Psychology

Abstract

Psi Chi global hybrid sessions at psychology conventions enable international chapters to participate while removing financial barriers of international travel. Students engage in a peer-reviewed research competition and gain valuable experience presenting research. By integrating global voices into a regional forum, this program fosters cross-cultural scientific exchange.

Psi Chi global hybrid sessions at psychology conventions enable international chapters to participate while removing financial barriers of international travel. Students engage in a peer-reviewed research competition and gain valuable experience presenting research. By integrating global voices into a regional forum, this program fosters cross-cultural scientific exchange.