Visit our website to meet some of our amazing committee members, and learn how you can get involved in volunteering with APF! ampsychfdn.org/volun...

We 💙 Our Volunteers! Volunteers are at the heart of our mission to advance psychology through philanthropy. A big part of that work happens through our committees, where volunteer committee members lend their expertise to help us build the greatest impact across the field. 🌱

Huge congrats to Kristin Murtha on receiving a 2025 Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship!🌟 Kristin's research examines how children’s exposure to early adverse experiences shapes their emotional and neuro-cognitive development. We're proud to support this impactful work!💙

Scroll to learn what it takes to make D&I efforts successful, and check out our latest blog featuring insights from Drs. Michelle Quist Ryder and Rebecca Pasillas! 🔗🌟ampsychfdn.org/disse... (2/2)

What takes psychology to the next level? How do we bring effective research into the hands of communities who need care? 💡

Dissemination & Implementation (D&I) is about what happens next. It’s about moving evidence beyond labs and journals, and where people live, work, and receive care. (1/2)

It's #WhyIReviewWednesday! 🌟 Dr. Nour Zaki volunteers as a reviewer with APF to help expand rigorous, ethical, and responsive psychological research. We couldn’t support impactful, innovative work in the field without reviewers like Dr. Zaki! 💜 ampsychfdn.org/revie...

Want the inside scoop on all things APF? 👀 Become a Foundation Insider and get exclusive updates, special invites, and behind-the-scenes glimpses as we combine the power of psychology & philanthropy! hubs.li/Q044fqhn0

Congrats Alayna Park on receiving the Division 29 Early Career Award!🌟 Dr. Park's research goals are to promote wellbeing and functioning through intervention & implementation science, helping mental health professionals adapt treatments to meet the cultural needs of their clients. 👏

Huge congratulations to Dr. Karen Naufel, our 2026 Charles L. Brewer Awardee! 💙 Dr. Naufel is recognized for her contributions to the teaching of psychology, her impactful contributions to student success and faculty development, and her commitment to civic engagement. ⭐

t’s #WhyIReviewWednesday! ✨ We're extending our appreciation to colleen, phd, a former APF funding recipient who volunteers her time and expertise as a reviewer to pay it forward. We couldn’t fulfill our mission without reviewers like Dr. Walsh!💚 ampsychfdn.org/revie...

Mental Health IS Physical Health | American Psychological Foundation It's #WorldHealthDay, and we’re here to remind you that mental health IS physical health. 🧠💪 Our minds and bodies are deeply connected, working as a team in everything we do. When we care for both, we set ourselves up to feel stronger, more resilient, and more whole. Scroll for 4 simple, practical tips from Dr. Michelle Quist Ryder that you can use every day to support both your mind and body! ➡️

Check out these 4 simple, practical tips from Dr. Michelle Quist Ryder that you can use every day to support both your mind and body!

It's #WorldHealthDay, and we’re here to remind you that mental health IS physical health. 🧠💪 Our minds and bodies are deeply connected, working as a team in everything we do. When we care for both, we set ourselves up to feel stronger, more resilient, and more whole.

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April is Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month. Awareness is important, but it's only the beginning. Real change requires investing in prevention and strengthening survivor support & healing. 🩵 Swipe to learn how psychology makes a difference in care & prevention. ➡️

It's #FundingFriday at APF!💸 Don't miss our upcoming deadlines to apply for psychological research funding. More info at hubs.li/Q043VlFR0

It’s #WhyIReviewWednesday! ✨ Today, we’re spotlighting Dr. Cassandra Groth, who volunteers as an APF reviewer to give back to the psychology community. We couldn’t advance innovation in the field without the time and expertise of our reviewers like Dr. Groth!💜 ampsychfdn.org/revie...

On this #TransDayofVisibility, we recognize that psychology has a responsibility to advance equity, inclusion, & protection for transgender and gender-diverse communities. 💗 Scroll to explore how APF is working to turn visibility into action through the power of psychology. ➡️

Huge congrats to Dr. Arash Javanbakht! 👏 This project uses augmented reality and virtual scenarios to help first responders with PTSD safely practice real-world stressors in the clinic. We're proud to help turn this innovative innovative psychological research into real-world impact! 💙

The deadline is approaching for the Division 20 K. Warner Schaie Memorial Fund for Adult Development and Aging Grant!🌟 This grant supports new research on adult development and aging that will be conducted by grad student & ECP members of APA Division 20. Apply by 4/1! ⏰ ampsychfdn.org/fundi...

Join us in congratulating Natalie Hutchins, one of our 2026 Koppitz Fellows! 🌟 Natalie’s research seeks to understand how schools can nurture intrinsic motivation, spark curiosity and engagement, and create learning environments where every child feels excited to learn and explore. 💙

It’s #WhyIReviewWednesday! ✨ We’re spotlighting Dr. Nick Grant, who volunteers as an APF reviewer to expand access to the power of psychology in communities. We couldn’t support innovative work in the field without the time and expertise of our reviewers like Dr. Grant! 🌟ampsychfdn.org/revie...

Congrats to Natalie Hutchins, one of our 2026 Koppitz Fellows! 🌟 Natalie’s research explores children’s beliefs about school & the experiences that shape them, ultimately seeking to understand how schools can build environments where every child feels excited to learn and explore. 💙

Check out the full Does it Data resource, and stay tuned as we share red flags and tips for understanding scientific info! ampsychfdn.org/does-it-data/

Misinformation is everywhere, and it’s not always easy to tell what’s credible or trustworthy. 🔍 Here are some key Green Flags so you can think like a scientist and answer the question: Does it Data? ✅

Dr. Michelle Quist Ryder on Social Connection, Belonging Cues, and Holiday Loneliness “Connection isn’t just sentimental; it’s physiological.” — Dr. Michelle Quist Ryder

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APF CEO Dr. Michelle Quist Ryder spoke with The Good Men Project about social connection, belonging, loneliness, & connection as a health protective factor. ❤️‍🩹 Strong social ties are linked to better mental and physical health, while loneliness rivals some of the most significant health risks.

(2/2) Our expert panel explored we explored how to sustain meaningful impact in LGBTQIA+ psychological research, advance inclusive and affirming research practices, and support both the work itself and the people behind it. ampsychfdn.org/sprin...

National LGBTQIA+ Health Awareness Week is the perfect time to watch APF’s Springfield LGBTQIA+ Town Hall! 🌈🎥 Research is key to advancing LGBTQIA+ mental and physical health, but quality research depends on supporting the researchers behind it. (1/2)

Psychology is essential in shaping policies that directly impact people, especially when it comes to LGBTQIA+ health and wellbeing. This month on the blog, Dr. Aaron Hunt reflects on his experience working in the office of U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth. ✨ ampsychfdn.org/hunt-...

Research Roundup: LGBTQIA+ Health Edition! 🌈🔬 In honor of National LGBTQIA+ Health Awareness Week, we're highlighting some of the APF-funded research from the past year that is advancing LGBTQIA+ health and wellbeing. Visit our website to explore this innovative work! ampsychfdn.org/lgbtq...

Stay tuned throughout the week as we highlight recent efforts in psychology that drives meaningful progress in LGBTQIA+ health! 💚