What Is Depression?
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Depression
Learn about depression, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.
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Future Leaders in Psychiatry Program (FLIPP)
The Future Leaders in Psychiatry Program (FLIPP) aims to expose students to the field of psychiatry while offering mentorship from some of the world’s leading psychiatrists.
Viswanathan Family Lifestyle Medicine and Psychiatry Award
Established through an endowment to the APA Foundation in July 2024, this award reflects the Viswanathan Family’s deep interest in and passion about the intersection of lifestyle factors on mental and physical well-being and illness.
Risk Management
American Professional Agency, Inc. (APA, Inc.) is the APA’s endorsed medical liability insurance career.
APA Organization Documents and Policies
View APA’s Bylaws, Operations Manual, policies and other organizational documents below.
Ethics
All APA members are bound by the ethical code of the medical profession, specifically defined in the Principles of Medical Ethics of the AMA and in the APA’s Principles of Medical Ethics With Annotations Especially Applicable to Psychiatry.
APA Caucuses
The purpose of APA caucuses is to promote communication and networking among member psychiatrists who share a special interest.
2025 Annual Meeting
APA’s 2025 Annual Meeting is the best place to connect with colleagues, get the the latest in effective clinical practice and research advancements, and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Awards & Leadership Opportunities
Learn more about leadership opportunities and awards from the APA.
Micro-Volunteer Opportunities
APA is launching a pilot program to expand volunteer opportunities for our members. This initiative introduces micro-volunteering, which consists of short-term, flexible opportunities that allow members to contribute in meaningful ways without long-term commitments.