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APA Publishing Releases New Titles on Psychotherapy in Older Adults, Cognitive Errors, Addiction Psychopharmacology, and More
American Psychiatric Association Publishing has released a new collection of titles that explore key areas of modern psychiatric practice, including psychotherapy cognitive errors in clinical decision-making, addiction psychopharmacology, and integrative mind-body approaches. The new books include Tuning In: The Art and Science of Psychotherapy in Older Adults, Thinking Again: Reducing Cognitive Errors in Psychiatric Practice, Clinical Manual of Addiction Psychopharmacology, Third Edition, Bringing Psychotherapy to Life Through Caring Connections, and Inflammation in the Brain and the Body: A Mind-Body Hypothesis.
December 2025 Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Trauma Interventions in Schools, and More
The latest issues of two American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services) are now available online.
Americans are More Anxious than Last Year About the Upcoming Holidays; Health Care and the Economy Also Major Concerns for Many
As we head toward the year’s end, Americans are more anxious about the holidays than last year, according to the latest APA Healthy Minds Poll. Among U.S. adults, 41% say they anticipate more stress related to the holidays this year than last year, a notable increase over 2024 (28%) and 2023 (29%). Younger adults are more likely than older adults to anticipate more stress this year (49% of 18 to 34-year-olds, versus 27% of those 65+).
Los estadounidenses están más ansiosos que el año pasado por la temporada navideña; la atención médica y la economía también preocupan a muchos
Al acercarnos al fin de año, los estadounidenses están más ansiosos por las fiestas que el año pasado, según la última encuesta Healthy Minds Poll de la Asociación Psiquiátrica Americana (APA). Entre los adultos en EE. UU., el 41 % dice que anticipa más estrés relacionado con la temporada navideña este año, un aumento notable comparado con 2024 (28 %) y 2023 (29 %). Los adultos jóvenes son más propensos que los mayores a anticipar mayor estrés (49 % de las personas de 18 a 34 años, frente al 27 % de quienes tienen 65 años o más).
November Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Predictors of Alcohol Use Disorder; Youth Mental Health, Suicide Risk and Treatment; and More
The latest issues of three American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services and Focus) are now available online.
A Small Area of the Brain May Be Associated with Schizophrenia Risk, New Research Finds
New research published online in the American Journal of Psychiatry provides new molecular insights into the role of the habenula, a pea-sized brain region that helps regulate motivation and mood, in contributing to the risk of schizophrenia. A team of researchers at Lieber Institute for Brain Development and Johns Hopkins found that many schizophrenia-related molecular changes appear to be specific to this region, suggesting the habenula could be a potential target for future treatments.
Nueva investigación identifica una posible conexión entre una región del cerebro y el riesgo de esquizofrenia
Un nuevo estudio publicado en línea en el “American Journal of Psychiatry” ofrece información molecular innovadora sobre el papel de la habénula, una pequeña región del cerebro del tamaño aproximado de un guisante que ayuda a regular la motivación y el estado de ánimo, y su posible relación con el riesgo de esquizofrenia. Un equipo de investigadores del Lieber Institute for Brain Development y la Universidad Johns Hopkins descubrió que muchos de los cambios moleculares asociados con la esquizofrenia parecen ser específicos de esta región, lo que sugiere que la habénula podría convertirse en un objetivo potencial para futuros tratamientos.
Leading Physician Groups: Department of Education’s PSLF Rule Will Hurt Patients and Physicians
Our organizations are deeply concerned by the U.S. Department of Education’s final rule undermining the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a vital pathway that has enabled thousands of physicians to serve rural and underserved communities. Loan forgiveness is a powerful tool to attract and retain physicians in public service, rural health care settings and nonprofit roles, particularly in primary care and psychiatry, where workforce shortages are most severe.
¿Los estadounidenses conocen el kratom? Nueva encuesta revela que no Crece la preocupación por los riesgos del “opioide de gasolinera”
En los últimos meses, varios reportes han alertado sobre los daños del kratom, también conocido como “opioide de gasolinera”. La FDA ha tomado medidas para prohibir ciertas formas de esta sustancia; algunos estados están considerando ilegalizarla. El comisionado de la agencia envió una carta de advertencia a profesionales de la salud. Una nueva encuesta de la Asociación Estadounidense de Psiquiatría (APA, por sus siglas en inglés) muestra que solo el 19 % de los estadounidenses conoce esta sustancia peligrosa.
Are Americans Aware of Kratom? New Poll Says No
In recent months, news stories have covered the harms of kratom, the FDA has taken steps toward banning certain forms of it, some states are considering outlawing it, and the FDA commissioner sent a warning letter about the substance to clinicians. A new poll from the American Psychiatric Association finds only 19% of Americans are familiar with this dangerous substance, sometimes referred to as “gas station heroin.”
Justin Singh Joins American Psychiatric Association as Senior Vice President, Operations, Finance, and Transformation
Today the American Psychiatric Association (APA) announced that Justin Singh, M.B.A., has joined as its new senior vice president of operations, finance, and transformation. In this senior leadership role, reporting to the CEO and Medical Director, Justin will oversee many of the daily operations of the association and establish our technology and innovation agenda. He will also facilitate the roll-out of our newly approved strategic plan, “A Vision For Our Future: PSYCHIATRY2030,” which emphasizes three key areas for APA: medical leadership, member success, and organizational strength.
APA Foundation Releases Mental Health Guide for Faith Leaders in Spanish
This Hispanic Heritage Month, the American Psychiatric Association Foundation has released a Spanish-language translation of its resource guide, Mental Health: A Guide for Faith Leaders (Salud Mental: Una Guía Para Líderes Religiosos). The resource guide provides faith leaders with the insights and tools to understand mental health concerns and support congregants with mental health challenges.