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Psychological research can help policymakers understand how economic pressures affect workers and families. Make a plan to vote and learn where candidates stand on the issues that matter to you. Learn more from the APA Services Voter Guide: https://t.co/yU5mm0AUty

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AI mirrors you, flatters you, and never tells you to stop, partly because you’re the product, says Dr. Stephen Schueller. Your engagement is the data companies want. Read guidance from APA on how to navigate AI-generated advice thoughtfully and safely. https://t.co/fHwNsO2X2Z

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Congratulations to Dr. Tabbye Chavous!

Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: https://t.co/RgHQUonWCd

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Before talking with children about school shootings, parents and caregivers can check in with their own emotions. Dr. Jessica Gomez shares how to approach the conversation with curiosity and in an age-appropriate way. Explore more resources: https://t.co/IxPd27j2ie

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New research shows leader loneliness doesn’t stay at the office. On difficult days, loneliness can trigger withdrawal at work and at home, creating a cycle that carries into the next workday. Learn more: https://t.co/vR4dwG5RMO

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Teens don’t hurt themselves for attention. They’re trying to cope with emotional pain that feels unbearable.

Dr. Matthew Nock explains the shared motive behind self‑injury and suicidal behavior, and why adults should take it seriously.

Learn more: https://t.co/YfE3XlujUW

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The biggest AI question isn’t “how capable?” It’s “does it help us thrive?” At Dreamforce 2026, APA CEO Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr. challenged tech leaders to measure AI by its impact on how we feel, how well we think and decide, and how connected we stay to each other.

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Let’s revisit this conversation with Dr. Stuart Vyse as he explains where superstitions come from, why humans cling to them in times of uncertainty, and whether those rituals might actually give us a real psychological boost. Hear the full discussion: https://t.co/aXwziR46y1

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This World Menopause Day, Dr. Rebecca Thurston reminds us that menopause isn’t just hot flashes. Read APA’s new taskforce reports on women’s health and well-being during midlife and menopause. https://t.co/peXbhmQwWp

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The brain reflects what we spend years learning. A recent study found experienced bird-watchers differed from novices in both brain structure and brain activity. Read more highlights from recent peer-reviewed studies: https://t.co/avTG39gbN1

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Dr. Dawn Huebner, author of “What to Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck: A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming OCD, Second Edition,” published by Magination Press, explains how OCD operates by a logic of its own and how to break free of it. Learn more: https://t.co/YCVNecQnkx

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Congratulations to Dr. M. J. Crockett!

Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: https://t.co/RgHQUonWCd

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Just because your child loves a learning app doesn’t mean they’re learning from it. APA’s report explores what makes educational technology effective and what to look for when choosing learning tools. Read more science-backed guidance: https://t.co/Czx1nEmn06

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Too many people in rural and underserved communities struggle to find affordable mental and behavioral health care. As Election Day approaches, learn where candidates stand on the issues and make a plan to vote: https://t.co/yU5mm0AUty

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Digital tools now help teach students everything from spelling to science, but they don’t always translate to learning. Dr. Nicole Barnes breaks down how to tell the difference between engagement and real learning.

Hear the full conversation: https://t.co/ZHCbTEIWLY

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If used appropriately, AI can be a helpful tool for finding the right type of mental health provider or organizing your thoughts between therapy sessions, says Dr. Stephen Schueller. Read more guidance from APA on how to navigate AI-generated advice. https://t.co/fHwNsO2X2Z

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A long-term study of older adults found cognitive enrichment throughout life was linked to slower cognitive decline, lower likelihood of Alzheimer’s-related dementia, and an estimated 5-year delay in dementia onset. More highlights from recent studies: https://t.co/avTG39gbN1

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Nearly half of workers are concerned about their job duties becoming obsolete as a result of AI, according to APA’s 2026 Work in America survey. Approximately 64% believe technology benefits employers more than workers. Read the report’s full findings: https://t.co/kg0OahYnPb

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A course with Stanford University neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky set Dr. Rebecca Thurston on a path to studying the mind-body connection.

Now, Dr. Thurston credits a 20-year daily meditation practice with this key insight: you are not your thoughts.

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Fingerprints aren’t the only thing that make you unique. Research found the way people look at images is surprisingly consistent over time and unique enough to act like a personal “gaze fingerprint.” Read more highlights from recent peer-reviewed studies: https://t.co/avTG39gbN1