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Supporting Student Mental Well-Being with Mindfulness Programs
A variety of mindfulness-based programs are increasingly being used in schools to help support and improve students’ mental, emotional and behavioral health. A new study looks at the evidence about their effectiveness.
About the Conference
Learn more about the 2024 Mental Health Services Conference, providing up to 17.5 continuing education credits for physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses.
Opting Out of Medicare
Information and resources for APA members on opting out of medicare enrollment.
William W. “Bill” Richards Rural Psychiatry Award
The William W. Richards Rural Psychiatry Award recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the treatment of patients and the practice of psychiatry in rural geographic areas.
Elevating Bebe Moore Campbell's Legacy in 2023
In July, APA embarked on its annual effort to honor the late renowned author and mental health advocate, Bebe Moore Campbell. Established by Congress in 2008, Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is a call to action and reminder of the mental health inequities affecting communities, and in particular, young people of color.
Best Practices
Learn about best practices and providing trans-affirming care across medical disciplines.
‘Outbreak’ of Sudden Tics Among Teen Girls
Researchers in several countries are reporting that the pandemic has triggered an increase in the number of teen girls with tic-like behaviors that are severe, frequent and disabling.
Perinatal Depression (formerly Postpartum)
Learn about Peripartum Depression (formerly Postpartum), including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.
New Research Details Links Between COVID and Mental Health
Several new studies highlight links between mental health disorders and COVID-19. People with mental health disorders and intellectual disabilities are more at risk for contracting COVID and people who have had COVID are at greater risk for developing mental disorders. Understanding these risks can potentially help health professionals and individuals to improve prevention, assessment, and treatment.