What's New at the APA
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One in three Americans (31%) anticipates having a heated political discussion with their family members this election season, according to the latest Healthy Minds Monthly poll from APA & Morning Consult. While most (71%) indicate that their family will weather the storm and get along about the same as the holidays come around, 12% expect an improvement in relations, and 6% said family relations will get worse. Read More.
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A new exhibit in the Melvin Sabshin, M.D., Library and Archives entitled "Líderes Audaces: Hispanic Pioneers in American Psychiatry" recognizes Hispanic leadership in advocating for the mental health needs of the Latino community. The exhibit showcases the origins of the 1970 Task Force on Mental Health of Spanish-Speaking People in the U.S., the Committee of Hispanic Psychiatrists, and the establishment of the Simón Bolívar Award in 1975 to raise awareness of the mental health goals and challenges of Hispanic and Latino individuals.
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LaSaludMental.org, APA's evidence-based resource website in Spanish, has expanded from its initial offering of information on five of the most common mental disorders to information on 17 mental health conditions. Recent additions include anxiety disorders, the connection between climate change and mental health, and Alzheimer's and dementia.
Visit APA's Newsroom for the latest news releases, statements, blogs, monthly public opinion poll results, and other information.
November Course of the Month – Current and Future Treatment of Depression: Glass Half Full or Half Empty?
Explore evidence-based strategies for treating major depression beyond monotherapy. This course covers data on switching or augmenting treatments, from T3 and lithium to TMS and ECT, plus new therapies like psilocybin and advanced neuromodulation. Gain insights into treatment algorithms that address the complex challenge of depression remission.
Click here to access the Course of the Month and sign up for updates about this free member benefit.
NOVEMBER BONUS COURSE FOR ALL MEMBERS - From the Battlefield to Home Base: Traumatic Brain Injury Advances in Active-Duty Military to Veteran Healthcare
ISince 2000, over 458,000 service members have sustained traumatic brain injuries, many experiencing long-term effects. This course explores TBI’s diagnostic challenges, co-occurring conditions, and evidence-based treatments. Experts share insights from interdisciplinary models and recent research advances to help improve outcomes for affected individuals.
Videos for Sharing:
APA's Youtube channel has a plethora of mental health focused videos you can use on social media or share elsewhere. Check out our playlist of Spanish language mental health explainers.
Psychiatric News Seeks Contributions From Members
New Editor in Chief Adrian Preda, M.D., invites APA members to become involved in Psychiatric News by writing news or opinion articles on the topic of their choice or by applying for leadership positions to invite and curate articles from other members in new sections that include the areas of technology, sex and gender issues, advocacy, psychotherapy, integrated psychiatry and primary care, and consultation-liaison psychiatry. Interested? For more information, send an email to editor@psych.org.
2024 APA Annual Meeting Now Available On Demand!
Whether you couldn't attend the New York meeting or want to catch sessions you may have missed, you can learn from top experts who presented at the Annual Meeting anywhere you have internet connection. The package offers 200 sessions, and registrants can earn up to 75 CME credits. READ MORE
APA Disaster Toolkit Available
We are already seeing quite a few devasting storms hitting parts of the country. If disaster strikes in your district, we have communications tools to assist you. The District Branch Resources page on our website has a disaster toolkit that will be helpful if you get calls from the media. It includes tips, talking points, a sample press release, and information about social media. Please click here to access the toolkit.
Be a part of APA's Speakers Bureau
APA is seeking members who are active and engaged in Component activities to be a part of APA's Speaker's Bureau. The Speaker's Bureau is aimed at diversifying and broadening APA's bench of public-facing experts. In addition to traditional media requests, APA has a number of other opportunities available for members who are willing to share their expertise. This includes writing blogs on important mental health topics, providing government testimony, and participation in social media events, like Twitter chats, Instagram live, and more.