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When They’re Not Paying Attention, Children Can Learn as Much as Adults
Children’s short attention spans are often framed as a barrier to learning. New research suggests that their limited ability to focus, however, could actually aid in their ability to learn information adults ignore.
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Link Between Meditation App Use and Well-Being Needs Further Investigation
Meditation apps offer users an accessible introduction to an ancient, evidence-based practice known to help quiet the mind. But exactly how much a person needs to use these apps to reap the benefits of guided meditation remains unclear.
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The Paradox of Achieving Social Embeddedness Through Nonsocial Activities
Teaching: This lesson plan allows students to explore how humans meet social needs through nonsocial behaviors.
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APS Comments on Framework for NIH Reform
On August 15, 2024, the Association for Psychological Science shared initial reactions and suggestions with the Energy and Commerce Committee.
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New Open Access Journal from APS and Sage Expands Publishing Opportunity for Psychological Scientists
APS and Sage announce the launch of Advances in Psychological Science Open, a fully open access journal that will publish high-quality empirical, technical, theoretical, and review articles, across the full range of areas and topics in psychological science.
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Science for Society: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on Eating Disorders
Disordered eating affects millions of people worldwide. As of 2018, 8% of the global population were estimated to have eating disorders (Galmiche et al., 2019). This webinar provides an interdisciplinary perspective that incorporates qualitative and quantitative data from researchers and clinicians.
