Feeling seen in a relationship means that you feel accepted and recognized for who you are by another person, and studies show it is one of the most important predictors of relationship satisfaction. What are some ways others have made you feel "seen"? #relationships #friendships #connections
American Psychological Association
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, DC 1,018,359 followers
Advancing psychology to benefit society and improve lives
About us
The American Psychological Association, in Washington, D.C., is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of psychologists. APA's membership includes more than 157,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students. Through its divisions in 54 subfields of psychology and affiliations with 60 state, territorial and Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare. The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.
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https://www.apa.org
External link for American Psychological Association
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1892
- Specialties
- Psychology, Education, Research, Publications, and Mental Health
Locations
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Primary
750 1st St NE
Washington, DC 20002, US
Employees at American Psychological Association
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Tony Habash
Chief Business Integration Officer & CIO at American Psychological Association
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Susan Newman, Ph.D.
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Dr. Joyce Shaffer
Clinical Associate Professor, University of Washington
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Rob Fredley
Building exceptional teams, driving growth, optimizing for digital. Strategic cross-functional leader where brand meets customer. MBA
Updates
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Congratulations to Dr. Lani Lawrence, new director of wellness and clinical services for the New York Football Giants! Read more about the recent accomplishments of esteemed psychologists from across the country: https://at.apa.org/9t7 #career #recognition #psychology
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Millions of Americans experience depression or anxiety at some point in their lives. Still, many don’t seek help due to barriers such as needing referrals from busy healthcare professionals. Research suggests AI chatbots may help bridge this gap, empowering individuals to recognize their need for treatment and take that crucial first step toward seeking help: https://at.apa.org/0wu #AI #therapy #anxiety #depression
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New research from APA reveals narcissism tends to decrease as we get older. Yet, individual differences persist over time—those who were more narcissistic as children often stay that way into adulthood. See more: https://at.apa.org/pzj #narcissism #psychology #research
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Researchers and companies are testing brain-computer interfaces that allow patients to move a computer cursor or control a prosthetic limb directly with their thoughts. Dr. Nicholas Hatsopoulos explains how it works on this episode of Speaking of Psychology. 🧠🖥️ #tech #science #psychology
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Learning a new skill under pressure may help us perform better when the stakes are high, suggests research recently published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance. See more of the latest peer-reviewed studies from psychology and related fields: https://at.apa.org/0wu #pressure #performance #science #psychology
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Household names such as Kate Middleton, Olivia Munn, and Chadwick Boseman are increasing awareness of the growing rates of cancer in younger populations. But psychologists say the conversation must go beyond an emphasis on early detection and focus on understanding how cancer uniquely affects younger adults’ mental health. Learn more: https://at.apa.org/53h #cancer #mentalhealth #psychology
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We’re bringing together leading researchers, innovative practitioners, and thought leaders from across the field on the APA 2024 Main Stage. See the full lineup and start planning your experience: https://lnkd.in/giVKhGS #APA2024 #psychology
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People want to know they matter, and that they’re spending their time doing work that makes a difference. That’s true regardless of the type of job they hold. Here's how to create a workplace culture where every worker matters: https://at.apa.org/62b1e8 #work #healthyworkplace #workinamerica
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Caregivers play a crucial role in helping children navigate loss, and it’s essential to prioritize self-care along the way, according to psychologists including Mary Alvord, Ph.D.: https://at.apa.org/my9 #grief #support #loss
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