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Applications for the APA Foundation Ambassador Program are now open for medical student and resident-fellow members. Promote and support the Foundation’s work at your institution or in your community and you might receive complimentary registration and accommodation for the 2027 Annual Meeting in New York City.
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Social media is deeply woven into the lives of children and adolescents, but its relationship with mental health is complex. Join APA on September 25, noon ET, for a webinar exploring current trends and emerging research on youth social media use. Participants will learn practical approaches for assessing problematic use and helping youth and families develop healthier, safer digital habits.
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Applications to serve on APA Councils and Committees are now open. Share your experience and expertise through volunteer leadership that strengthens psychiatry, supports patient care, and moves the profession forward. Applications are due by November 6.
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State policy decisions have a direct impact on psychiatric care and the patients you serve. Join APA’s 2026 State Advocacy Conference on November 15-16 in Arlington, Virginia, to learn how to engage more effectively with state lawmakers and make your voice heard.
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Leadership in medicine comes with complex challenges and opportunities. On October 8-9, the APA Women’s Leadership Institute will bring together women physicians for two days of executive coaching, practical learning, and meaningful connection. Join your colleagues at APA headquarters in Washington, D.C., or virtually, and invest in your career.
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When members of the military return to civilian life, mental health challenges may follow them home. The APA Foundation has launched a new branch of its Mental Health Care Works campaign focused on veterans. Hear from real veterans about their mental health journeys and access resources that support veteran mental health.
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APA is putting together focus groups to collect diversified thoughts and interpretations of suicide-related behaviors. The goal of these groups is to help inform more personalized and culturally responsive mental health assessment, safety planning, and suicide prevention.
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Find your next role at APA JobCentral—the career hub for psychiatry. Post a resume, set up email job alerts, and view hundreds of open positions across the country and around the world.
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