Rejoice Psychology Week! | Advocating for Higher Psychological Well being
The American Psychological Affiliation has acknowledged the third week in April as “ Psychology Week ,” with the purpose of elevating the profile of the self-discipline and career of psychology and celebrating its many contributions to benefiting society and bettering lives. “As the science of behavior, psychology touches on virtually all aspects of our lives,” stated APA President Frank C. Worrell, PhD. “By setting aside one week to spotlight the field of psychology, APA hopes to increase the public’s understanding of, and appreciation for, psychology’s many contributions in such areas as health care, education, research, technology and the workplace.” “The designation of a ‘Psychology Week’ will provide psychologists with the opportunity to draw attention to the contributions of their profession and discipline, both clinically and scientifically,” Worrell stated. “We know from our polling research that the public has a positive opinion of psychology but scant know...