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Unveiling APA’s Access Agenda
As President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and the 117th Congress took office, they arrived in the midst of multiple crises impacting Americans’ mental health—the pandemic, economic crisis and systemic racism—as well as the aftermath of the Capitol insurrection. Americans are feeling more anxious and overdose deaths reached a record high last year. Federal policymakers have a fresh opportunity in the next six months to make an impact.
Project ECHO®
Learn about Project ECHO: A National Telehealth Model for Rural Care in APA@s Telepsychiatry Toolkit.
Media and Communications
Members of the APA Council of Communications provide tips on various media topics
Scientific Program Committee of the Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting Scientific Program Committee has authority over the arrangements and content of the Scientific Program of the Annual Meeting, subject to Board approval.
January Issues of American Psychiatric Association Journals Cover New Research on Cannabis and Alcohol Use, Disparities in Coercive Treatment for Psychosis, and More
The January issues of two of the American Psychiatric Association journals, The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services are available online. Also available is the latest issue of The American Journal of Psychotherapy.
Statement on Psychiatrist Redeployment
Learn more about Statement on Psychiatrist Redeployment During COVID-19 Pandemic at psychiatry.org
Physician Reimbursement & Quality Improvement
APA strongly supports federal efforts to provide appropriate compensation for psychiatrists, which ensures their ability to provide high-quality care and specialized services for their communities and patients.
Scientific Program Committee
The Scientific Program Committee and Administration work year-round to ensure each Annual Meeting is a success.
How to Recognize Depression and Anxiety in Young Athletes and How to Help
Youth sports can be an incredibly rewarding experience for kids, teaching them valuable life skills such as teamwork, resilience, and hard work. However, youth athletes also can struggle with anxiety and depression. As a parent, knowing the signs of these conditions can help you support your child's well-being. In this blog, we'll explore how to recognize depression and anxiety in young athletes and offer guidance on how to best help your child.
The Clozapine Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Program
Learn about and get prepared for upcoming changes to the Program going into effect on Feb. 28, 2019.