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2025 Class of Honorary Fellows
APA congratulates the newest Distinguished Fellows and Fellows as of January 1, 2024. Thank you for your continued contributions to the field of psychiatry.
What Is are Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which people have recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas or sensations (obsessions) that make them feel driven to do something repetitively (compulsions). The repetitive behaviors, such as hand washing, checking on things or cleaning, can significantly interfere with a person’s daily activities and social interactions.
Annual Meeting to Feature Member Forum on Post-PHE Practice
At this year's Annual Meeting, members attending in person will have the option of taking part in an exclusive members-only session.
What are Personality Disorders?
What are personality disorders? A personality disorder is a way of thinking, feeling and behaving that deviates from the expectations of the culture, causes distress or problems functioning, and lasts over time.
What is Gender Dysphoria?
Learn about gender dysphoria, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to common questions.
What are Eating Disorders?
Learn about eating disorders, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to common questions.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
If you are an APA member, you can access to two comprehensive HIPAA guides.
What Are Specific Learning Disorders?
Specific learning disorders, or learning disabilities, are neurodevelopmental disorders that are typically diagnosed in early school-aged children, although may not be recognized until adulthood.
Position Descriptions
Read the position descriptions for the open offices in this year's APA National Election.
Medicare Quality Payment Program
The Overview of Quality Payment Program will help you learn about these new programs and requirements.
Adicción a la tecnología: redes sociales, juegos en línea, y más
La tecnología se ha vuelto clave para el funcionamiento eficiente de muchos aspectos de nuestras vidas y vital para la conexión social de muchas personas. Nuestros teléfonos inteligentes o smartphones se han vuelto compañeros constantes para muchos de nosotros. Sin embargo, el uso excesivo, compulsivo o fuera de control de diversos tipos de tecnologías es un motivo de creciente preocupación.
¿Qué es el trastorno del espectro autista?
El trastorno del espectro autista (TEA), o autismo, es una condición médica del desarrollo que involucra desafíos persistentes en la comunicación social, intereses restringidos y comportamientos repetitivos. Si bien el autismo se considera una condición de por vida, las necesidades de soportes y apoyo debido a estos desafíos varía entre las personas con autismo. El autismo no es lo mismo que tener una discapacidad de aprendizaje.