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.
05/15/2024
By 2050, the world population of adults ages 60 and older will double to 2.1 billion, according to the World Health Organization. Accompanying that trend will be a heightened demand for caregivers. Psychological researchers shared
Speakers: Catherine Riffin, Elsie Yan, Kuan-Hua Chen
04/15/2024
Most interventions to change behavior have limited long-term impact. Modifying repetitive behaviors requires understanding how habits form and change. Digital technology illustrates both the challenges of changing unwanted habits, such as stopping the habitual spread
Speakers: Anna Schnauber-Stockmann, Benjamin Gardner, Wendy Wood
03/20/2024
Mental health services can be an integral aspect of maintaining one’s well-being. However, access to mental health services is not universal and systematically varies due to existing stigmas and structural barriers. In this webinar, the
Speakers: Ashley Castro, Giovanni Ramos, Nadika Paranamana
02/21/2024
Finances and financial decision-making play key roles in everyday life. Particularly in capitalist markets with fewer social safety nets, having and using money is critical not only for enjoyment, but for meeting survival needs such
Speakers: Min Zhan, Robert Krueger, Scott Rick
01/17/2024
Psychologists come together to discuss the past and current applications of artificial intelligence from a scientific perspective.
Speakers: David Yeager, Dora Demszky, Marjolein Fokkema
11/15/2023
Scientists and advocates share their expertise and perspectives on well-being in collectively traumatic situations.
Speakers: Nikunj Makwana, Robin Goodwin, Yanki Yazgan
