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2025 APS Global Summit Program

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8 Sessions

Subject Area: Methodology

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Roundtable

Beyond Hierarchy: Reimagining Neurodiversity Research through Intellectual Humility and Co-Liberation

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

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

This panel examines decolonizing neurodiversity research through the lens of intellectual humility and co-liberation frameworks. Moving beyond scarcity-based hierarchies, panelists discuss how supremacist ideologies devalue the worth of neurodivergent individuals while demonstrating community-based participatory approaches that honor inherent dignity and foster authentic collaboration in research practice.

This panel examines decolonizing neurodiversity research through the lens of intellectual humility and co-liberation frameworks. Moving beyond scarcity-based hierarchies, panelists discuss how supremacist ideologies devalue the worth of neurodivergent individuals while demonstrating community-based participatory approaches that honor inherent dignity and foster authentic collaboration in research practice.

Roundtable

Using NLP to Advance Organizational Theory: A Case of Leadership Descriptors

Wednesday October 22, 2025 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM ET (21:00 - 21:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

The current study applies a lexical approach with natural language processing (NLP) to inductively uncover the structure of leadership qualities. The method identifies eight leadership descriptor categories that align with and extend beyond existing frameworks, demonstrating the potential of NLP to enhance conceptual clarity in leadership research.

The current study applies a lexical approach with natural language processing (NLP) to inductively uncover the structure of leadership qualities. The method identifies eight leadership descriptor categories that align with and extend beyond existing frameworks, demonstrating the potential of NLP to enhance conceptual clarity in leadership research.

Roundtable

Toward a ‘Globalizing Editor’ Role in Psychology Journals: Making Space for Majority-World Research

Wednesday October 22, 2025 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM ET (21:00 - 21:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

In this roundtable, co-organized by the SPSP International Committee and APA Division 52 (Society for Global Psychology), we will discuss how to establish a norm whereby psychological journals appoint a Globalizing Editor. The session will begin with a brief introduction to the concept, followed by a discussion with invited editors.

In this roundtable, co-organized by the SPSP International Committee and APA Division 52 (Society for Global Psychology), we will discuss how to establish a norm whereby psychological journals appoint a Globalizing Editor. The session will begin with a brief introduction to the concept, followed by a discussion with invited editors.

Roundtable

Navigating Boundaries: Challenges and Benefits of Cross-Cultural Community-Based Participatory Research

Wednesday October 22, 2025 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM ET (21:00 - 21:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

This panel invites a reflective, cross-cultural dialogue on the evolving practice of Participatory Action Research (PAR). Panelists will share their experiences conducting research in the US and UK. Through a critical dialogue, panelists explore how a decolonial approach to conducting PAR can be adopted to promote more equitable research outcomes.

This panel invites a reflective, cross-cultural dialogue on the evolving practice of Participatory Action Research (PAR). Panelists will share their experiences conducting research in the US and UK. Through a critical dialogue, panelists explore how a decolonial approach to conducting PAR can be adopted to promote more equitable research outcomes.

Roundtable

What Is Evidence-Based Psychedelic Psychotherapy? Questions of Integration, Meaning, and Scientific Rigor

Wednesday October 22, 2025 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM ET (21:00 - 21:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

This roundtable explores what constitutes “evidence-based” psychedelic psychotherapy when neither drug nor therapeutic modality is fully validated. We will discuss insight versus behavioral change, methodological challenges in psychedelic integration, and ketamine as a contrast case. Attendees are invited to consider how psychological science can shape future psychedelic treatment frameworks.

This roundtable explores what constitutes “evidence-based” psychedelic psychotherapy when neither drug nor therapeutic modality is fully validated. We will discuss insight versus behavioral change, methodological challenges in psychedelic integration, and ketamine as a contrast case. Attendees are invited to consider how psychological science can shape future psychedelic treatment frameworks.

Roundtable

Methodological Innovations in Psychological Science: Validating Organic Inquiry for Embodied and Imaginal Research

Thursday October 23, 2025 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM ET (13:00 - 13:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

Grounded in transpersonal theory, it integrates embodied ritual and imaginal processes to explore the psyche. A three-step research design demonstrates how symbolic engagement through structure-building, nature, and active imagination generates valid, transformative, and scientifically relevant psychological data.

Grounded in transpersonal theory, it integrates embodied ritual and imaginal processes to explore the psyche. A three-step research design demonstrates how symbolic engagement through structure-building, nature, and active imagination generates valid, transformative, and scientifically relevant psychological data.

Roundtable

Intergroup Threat of Undocumented Mexican Immigrants: Predictors of Policy Attitudes

Thursday October 23, 2025 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM ET (15:00 - 15:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

This research uses intergroup threat theory to examine how perceptions of undocumented Mexican immigrants influence immigration policy attitudes. Threat dimensions—including symbolic and realistic threats, anxiety, negative and positive stereotyping—were tested. Findings reveal predictors of punitive and favorable attitudes toward general immigration and Mexico-specific policies, including support for resources in detention.

This research uses intergroup threat theory to examine how perceptions of undocumented Mexican immigrants influence immigration policy attitudes. Threat dimensions—including symbolic and realistic threats, anxiety, negative and positive stereotyping—were tested. Findings reveal predictors of punitive and favorable attitudes toward general immigration and Mexico-specific policies, including support for resources in detention.

Roundtable

Beyond Translation: Using Item Response Theory to Detect and Interpret Cross-Cultural Differences in Psychological Measurement

Thursday October 23, 2025 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM ET (15:00 - 15:45 UTC)

Subject Area: Methodology

Abstract

This roundtable presents three studies using Item Response Theory to examine cultural validity in resilience, emotional intelligence, and playfulness measures. Findings highlight differential item functioning across cultures, emphasizing the need for culturally grounded assessment. Discussion will focus on IRT applications for improving cross-cultural measurement and guiding future international collaborations.

This roundtable presents three studies using Item Response Theory to examine cultural validity in resilience, emotional intelligence, and playfulness measures. Findings highlight differential item functioning across cultures, emphasizing the need for culturally grounded assessment. Discussion will focus on IRT applications for improving cross-cultural measurement and guiding future international collaborations.