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The APA Public Interest Directorate supports and promotes efforts to apply the science and profession of psychology to the advancement of health, education and human welfare. Learn more
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Communique August 2008 CoverAugust 2008 Issue
The semi-annual news journal of the APA‘s OEMA provides a great overview of current multicultural issues and events of interest to psychology. Learn more

Special Section: "PSYCHOLOGY AND RACISM Ten Years After the Miniconvention" View more

COMING October 2008!

Online Continuing Education for Health Providers Who Work With Clients Who Are Near the End of Life Learn more


Activity Summary:

The Children, Youth, and Families most recent Activity Summary is now available online.

Report of the APA Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls

The proliferation of sexualized images of girls and young women in advertising, merchandising, and media is harming girls' self-image and healthy development.
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Aging and Human Sexuality Resource Guide

Commitee on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Concerns - Nomination for Membership

Cyber Mentors: A Sustainable Model for Developing Minority HIV Researchers
Inside the Monitor

PRESIDENT'S COLUMN: We bring good psychology to lives
Dr. Alan E. Kazdin

Mental and physical health, disability, discrimination, aging, violence, abuse and stress comprise a multifaceted set of issues and challenges. Learn more
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Gwendolyn P. Keita, PhD
APA Executive Director for Public Interest

The future of geropsychology

June 2008

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