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Science for Society

Science for Society is an APS webinar series focused on educating the public and bringing psychological science to decision-makers working to solve real world problems. In addition to psychological scientists, participants include public policy decision-makers, news reporters, advocates, and scholars from adjacent fields.

Science for Society: Benefits of Community and Belonging

12/23/2024

It is no secret that instituting a culture of belonging is an essential step to providing a feeling of inclusion and support for any community. But how can belonging be fostered? And what kinds of

Speakers: DeLeon Gray, Ebony Melzak

Science for Society: Workplace Culture and Well-Being

11/25/2024

The emotional atmosphere of a workplace can have a major impact on the mental and physical health of the employees who work there. Emotional culture is a concept under scrutiny by psychologists who are interested

Speakers: Giselle Antoine, Jacob Levitt, Mandy O'Neill

Science for Society: The Impact and Spread of Misinformation

10/29/2024

Interest in misinformation research has increased dramatically in recent years. The issue of misinformation is especially evident when considering the news people choose to watch and share with their networks and how much different sources

Speakers: Lisa Fazio, Madeline Jalbert, Mubashir Sultan

Science for Society: Measuring Public Opinion

09/18/2024

In a world with much uncertainty, accurate polling is key to communicating how people actually feel about complex issues. In this webinar, global polling experts describe best practices and examples from their own projects.  Janell

Speakers: Janell Fetterolf, Lorraine Whitmarsh, Rajesh Srinivasan

Science for Society: Navigating the Digital World: Parenting in the Age of Screens

08/21/2024

Digital technology and social media have been accused of contributing to widespread negative impacts on child and adolescent development, creating an anxious generation. However, evidence from the research community presents a more balanced perspective.  APS

Speakers: Kathryn Modecki, Michael Preston, Roberta Golinkoff, Yalda Uhls