Jennifer F. Kelly 2021 President of the APA

My @apa Presidential Paper, “Building a more equitable society: Psychology’s role in achieving health equity,” is now published in the American Psychologist @APA_Journals psycnet.apa.org/record/2022-83… #HealthEquity

#Research shows the benefits of exercise and physical activity go beyond just physical well-being. Encourage your patients to view and download this infographic about the #MentalHealth benefits of #exercise and physical activity: go.nia.nih.gov/3INjhjM

Women often face barriers to accessing health care. Digital health technologies can empower women to make health choices with better access to information and services. Connect with WHO’s Women’s Health Chatbot on @Viber bit.ly/3SFVjLV #HealthForAll

“When I became a psychologist 30 years ago, we didn’t hear young people in general, and certainly not young Black men, talking about mental health issues so openly."—APA CEO @ArthurCEvans apa.org/news/apa/2023/…

Research shows that the quality of our friendships—more so than family ties—is a strong predictor of health and happiness as we get older, says Dr. William Chopik. womenshealthmag.com/life/a28800305…

Don’t miss this free workshop on #racialliteracy for children – March 8 at 1 PM (ET) with @SesameCommunity & @APA. Psychologists play a critical role in dismantling systemic racism & safeguarding the mental well-being of children in your care. Visit: bit.ly/3Yrt9Wh

It's OK not to be OK. No matter what you're going through, help is available if you or someone you love is struggling with mental health or substance use. ❤️ Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

Thanks, @JasonCantone! It was a nice surprise to receive this news.

"When images are not fed to you on your phone, you have a breather to notice what is important to you."—Dr. Nancy Mramor consumer.healthday.com/eating-disorde…

“Throughout history, hatred & bigotry based on ethnicity and religion have caused untold human suffering...We must bring all that psychology has to offer to help eradicate hate in all its forms and address the trauma it has wrought.”—APA President @drthema apa.org/news/press/rel…

#BlackHistoryMonth Highlighting another pioneer in psychology. Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark and her partner, Dr. Kenneth B. Clark research was instrumental in the desegregation of school in the United States. Find out more through historical organizations.

"Hospice care is not a matter of giving up. It’s a decision to shift our efforts from shoring up a body on the verge of the end to providing solace to a soul that’s on the cusp of forever." washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/02…

Your brain could be controlling how sick you get — and how you recover How much does #mindset matter to your physical health? Fascinating #mentalhealth implications. @Nature nature.com/articles/d4158…

It's okay to not feel happy all the time, but if you ever feel like you need someone to talk to, we are here for you. Text 988. 💚 📸: @streetwritings

Psychologists stand against antisemitic hate: “In a time when acts of hatred and violence against the Jewish community are already on the rise, it is reprehensible that some groups seek to organize such appalling behavior," says @APA president @drthema apa.org/news/press/rel…

Let's make this a theme for 2023! How are you protecting your peace? - Image via violetpoppydesign on IG

“We must stop acquiescing to the belief there is nothing we can do. We cannot ignore the evidence-based solutions to gun violence...As a society that envisions itself as an example for the world, we can and must do better.”—APA President @FrankCWorrell apa.org/news/press/rel…

For those with friends and family living in Turkey and Syria, news coverage of the earthquake's devastation can be very distressing. Here's how you can cope. apa.org/topics/disaste…

Be patient with yourself, you're doing the best you can 💙

Depression can appear in a multitude of ways. - Image via selfloverainbow on IG

It’s a pleasure serving in leadership with past president @FrankCWorrell and 2024 president @Cynthia4APA @APA