JOBS: Western Kentucky University, Psychology Department - Clinical Psychology & Research Assistant Professor Positions

The Department of Psychology at Western Kentucky University invites applications for two positions to begin August 15, 2013. 

 

Position 1: Clinical Psychology requires an earned doctorate (or completion by August 15, 2013) in clinical psychology from an APA-approved program and APA-approved internship. The area of specialization is open. Duties, include the development of a productive research program that engages students, graduate and undergraduate teaching, supervision of master’s theses, participation in the training of master’s-level practitioners, and supervision of practicum and internships. Candidates are expected to become licensed in Kentucky and those who are or can readily become license eligible are especially invited to apply.

 

Position 2: Research Assistant Professor (RAP) in cognitive neuroscience. The successful applicant will have an earned doctorate, research experience using ERP/EEG measures, and a strong potential for obtaining extramural support. This is a full-time, 12-month research position supported jointly for 2 years by the Department of Psychology and the Office of Research. There are no teaching responsibilities in this position, but there is an opportunity to teach occasional classes if desired. Continuation beyond 2 years is contingent on the RAP obtaining grant funding to cover salary and research costs. It is expected that the RAP will collaborate with and/or assist Psychology Department faculty who want to incorporate ERP/EEG measures into their research. The Department has an ERP lab with Electrical Geodesics 128-channel dense-array EEG/ERP equipment with integrated eye tracking system.

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applications should be received by October 31 for priority consideration. Send letter of application, vitae, three letters of recommendation, reprints/preprints, and copies of graduate transcripts to the chair of the search committee by email to psych@wku.edu, or by mail to Department of Psychology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College heights Blvd., #21030, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030.

 

WKU is committed to promotion of stewardship and student engagement. WKU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

 

 

 

 

 

Andrew Mienaltowski

 

Assistant Professor of Psychology

e-mail: andrew.mienaltowski@wku.edu

Phone: (270) 745-2353

Fax: (270) 745-6934

Office: 3037 GRH / Lab: 3066 GRH

 

Western Kentucky University

1906 College Heights Blvd #21030

Bowling Green, KY  42101-1030

 

CONFERENCES: Multicultural Summit - Registration Open!

From: Rummel, Chad [mailto:crummel@apa.org]

 

 

 

REGISTRATION for the National Multicultural Conference & Summit (NMCS) 2013 is now OPEN!

 

The conference that brings together psychologists from across the United States heads to the Royal Sonesta in Houston, Texas, on January 16-18, 2013. Make plans now to attend the premier multicultural conference that focuses on multiculturalism, diversity, and social justice. The exciting program includes:

 

·         Keynote speaker Dr. Joycelyn Elders, the 15th U.S. Surgeon General;

·         Honoring of nine Distinguished Elders who made significant contributions to the field;

·         Networking and speed mentoring sessions; and

·         Two full days of workshops, symposia, round tables and posters.

 

REGISTER TODAY! - We look forward to seeing you in Houston!

 

3 WAYS to REGISTER

1. ONLINE at www.nmcsregistration.com

2. FAX the registration form located at www.nmcsregistration.com

3. MAIL the registration form located at www.nmcsregistration.com

 

Debra Kawahara, Ph.D., NMCS 2013 Lead Coordinator

Julii Green, Ph.D., NMCS 2013 Keynote and Fundraising Coordinator

Michael Mobley, Ph.D., NMCS 2013 Programming Coordinator

Roberta Nutt, Ph.D., ABPP, NMCS 2013 Entertainment Coordinator

 

 

 

JOBS: Two Positions in the School of Aging Studies, University of South Florida

The School of Aging Studies at the University of South Florida invite applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions available beginning in August, 2013. We seek researchers from broad research areas related to aging. The candidates’ expertise in such research area(s) will be expected to complement the existing strengths in the School of Aging Studies which are: Aging and Health; Cognitive Aging and Alzheimer's Disease; Aging and Mental Health; and Public Policy and Long-Term Care. We have a particular emphasis on applied research that is aimed at improving clinical practice, public policy, and the well-being of older adults and their families. Successful candidates for these positions will have earned doctoral degrees in gerontology or a related field at the time of appointment and will have demonstrated expertise in research and teaching, and potential for training doctoral students in that field. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in the PhD in Aging Studies Program by mentoring students and teaching courses. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong publication record in relevant peer-reviewed journals, and evidence of potential for obtaining external research funding. Salary is negotiable.

 

The School of Aging Studies has 13 highly productive faculty with over 100 publications in 2011 and over $3.4 million in external funding. The School has a very strong record of successfully mentoring and tenuring junior faculty. The School of Aging Studies offers BA, BS and MA degrees and hosts the interdisciplinary PhD program in Aging Studies. The School of Aging Studies, which includes the Florida Policy Exchange Center on Aging, has been described by the President of the University of South Florida as “one of our top priorities and is one of the University of South Florida’s beacons of excellence.”

 

The University of South Florida is a metropolitan-based Research I university enrolling more than 41,000 students. The School of Aging Studies also hosts the Collaborative on Aging, a university-wide consortium of faculty who focus on the study of aging including faculty from many units on the campus, including the Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, the Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute, the Florida Mental Health Institute, the Health Sciences Center, and the Center for Hospice, Palliative and End of Life Studies.  Further information about our aging programs is available at http://agingstudies.cbcs.usf.edu/.

 

TO APPLY: Visit Careers@USF, our online employment application system, at https://employment.usf.edu /applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp. Click on Faculty; then search for Position Number 00004316. A cover letter describing your interest in the position and your relevant research and teaching, a CV, several recent publications, and three letters of recommendation will be required. Individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups as well as individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For additional information contact Dr. Brent Small at (813) 974-9746 or bsmall@usf.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately.

 

According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public.  For ADA accommodations, please contact Ms. Gail Smith (813-974-9740), at least five working days prior to need.  USF is an AA/EA/EO institution.

 

 

Brent J. Small, PhD Professor School of Aging Studies College of Behavioral and Community Sciences
	4202 E Fowler Ave, MHC 1346 Tampa, Florida 33620 Direct Line: 813.974.9746 Dept: 813.974.2414 • Fax : 813.974.9754 bsmall@usf.edu http:agingstudies.usf.edu

 

 

JOBS: Two positions at the University of Florida

Health psychology or neuropsychology candidates with aging interests might be interested in exploring these positions.

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR
COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
The University of Florida's Department of Clinical and Health Psychology in the College of Public Health and Health Professions invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank. The ideal candidate is expected to be the leader of a nationally or internationally recognized, externally-funded research program in one of three major areas of specialization within the Department (1) pediatric/clinical child psychology; (2) health psychology; or (3) neuropsychology/neuroscience. Researchers in these areas who focus on biopsychosocial aspects of drug dependence or infectious disease prevention are encouraged to apply, though other areas of study also will be considered. The successful candidate would be comfortable within a Scientist-Practitioner culture, be licensed or license-eligible, and have active interest and skills in program development and collaborative research in a dynamic College environment that includes both Health Professions and Public Health disciplines. Duties include some combination of teaching, clinical supervision, and research mentoring in a highly ranked, APA-accredited PhD program in Clinical Psychology. Requirements include a PhD from an accredited program in Clinical Psychology. A record of exceptional mentoring and scientific and scholarly achievements is essential. These are 1.0 FTE, 12-month positions, with an open start date.

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Michael Marsiske, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Clinical and Health Psychology
PO Box 100165, 101 S. Newell Dr., Rm. 3150
Gainesville, FL  32610-0165
Phone:  (352) 273-5097
Fax: (801) 720-5897
email:  marsiske@ufl.edu

JOBS: Asst. Prof. of Developmental Psychology, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Want to join a growing and dynamic group of teacher/scholars? The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Studies at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Developmental Psychology with an emphasis in mid- to later-life adult development, aging issues, and/or geropsychology  to start Fall 2013.  The position requires the ability to teach undergraduate courses in developmental psychology and courses in our gerontology emphasis program with options for courses in the candidate's area of expertise and interdisciplinary collaboration. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence as a teacher and advisor as well as an active research program with the potential of involving undergraduate students. The psychology department recognizes and values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. Ideal candidates will share the department's commitment to diversity and inclusivity and will be a dedicated teacher, active scholar, and effective mentor for students. Ideal candidates will also share the departments' commitment to maintaining and promoting a civil and collegial working environment.

 

All requirements for a doctoral degree, including dissertation in developmental psychology or a closely related field, must be completed prior to the August 26, 2013 start date. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or experience working with diverse populations are particularly encouraged to apply. Academic year salary is competitive and commensurate with experience with excellent fringe benefits and insurance programs. Please submit complete application materials by November 1, 2012. On-campus interviews are expected to take place in late November and early December. Application materials will consist of a letter of intent (include area of specialization, and teaching/research interests), statement of teaching philosophy, CV, and a contact information document that includes the names, email addresses and phone numbers for three current references. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Tracie Blumentritt at tblumentritt@uwlax.edu.

 

Note: Electronic submission of application materials is required. For additional information about this position and to apply, please visit https://employment.uwlax.edu/

(direct link:  https://employment.uwlax.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1348685585218)

 

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Best regards,

Tesia T. Marshik, PhD
Assistant Professor, Psychology Department
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
1725 State St., 335 Graff Main Hall
La Crosse, WI 54601

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Best regards,

Tesia T. Marshik, PhD
Assistant Professor, Psychology Department
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
1725 State St., 335 Graff Main Hall
La Crosse, WI 54601

FUNDING: APA Grants for Internship Programs

APA Grants for Internship Programs

Request for Proposals

 

The American Psychological Association (APA) has allocated up to $3 million over a period of three years for seed funding under a grant application process to increase the number of APA-accredited internship programs and positions.  The dual purposes are to expand the number of accredited internship positions and to promote quality training for professional practice.  This grant program is one component of multifaceted efforts across the profession and APA to address the significant imbalance in supply and demand for accredited internships.  These grants will be limited to applicant internship programs operated by nonprofit entities.

 

For the initial round of funding, applications must be received by November 30, 2012 for award in December 2012.  The APA Board of Educational Affairs (BEA) Internship Grants Review Group will be reviewing applications in early December 2012 and applicants will be contacted once the review process has concluded.  Subsequent funding cycles will occur every 6 months for the next 2.5 years.

 

To apply please complete the application found at: http://apps.apa.org/internship

 

For more information, please visit our website.  If you have any questions, contact Jackie Tyson at jtyson@apa.org or 202.336.5966.

 

 

 

Amber Shifflett | Assistant Director, Governance Education Directorate American Psychological Association 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 Tel: 202.336.5783 |  Fax: 202.216.7620 email: ashifflett@apa.org | www.apa.org
P Please consider the environment before printing this email.

 

 

STUDENTS : Travel Awards to attend small conference on motivation, cognition, and aging

With support from a National Institute on Aging conference grant, the Scientific Research Network on Decision Neuroscience and Aging (SRNDNA), Washington University in Saint Louis, and Springer Publishing, a small conference focused on mechanisms of motivation and cognition across adulthood and old age will be hosted May 2nd–4th 2013 in Washington DC. The SRNDNA will offer up to 15 travel awards to support attendance by junior researchers (priority to graduate students and post-docs but research scientists and junior faculty are welcome to apply). Travel award winners will receive priority for poster presentations at the conference. Full speaker list will be posted on the website soon.

The network will significantly offset travel costs. For the majority of attendees the conference will be completely free. Priority will be given to individuals whose research is focused on development and aging or early life decisions that affect late life outcomes.

Complete information and application materials are available at the following website: http://www.srndna.org/events/momcai2013/

Please complete the application and email it to training@srndna.org by Thursday November 1, 2012. Travel award winners will be announced by December 10, 2012.

Please distribute to anyone you think might be interested.

INFO: APA site features IOM Geriatric Mental Health Workforce briefing

Information and the video of last week’s briefing, Building the Mental Health Workforce for America’s Diverse Aging Population,  is included on the APA website and is featured in APA Access advocacy updates.  The Public Interest Government Relations Office (Drs. Nida Corry and Diane Elmore) organized and sponsored the briefing with AAGP, NASW and ApA. It was well attended by Congressional Staffers, federal agency representatives, and others who stayed past its scheduled 1:00 pm end time!

 

Deborah A. DiGilio| Director, APA Office on Aging Public Interest Directorate American Psychological Association 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 Tel: 202-336-6135 |  Fax: 202-336-6040 email: ddigilio@apa.org   http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/index.aspx

 

 

 

 

 

INFO: Special Issue on Bereavement in JGPS Due date Nov 1

A reminder as the due date approaches:


The Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences is announcing a special issue on widowhood and bereavement to be published in Fall 2013. The special issue will be a combined Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences publication. Gary Lee of Bowling Green State University will be the special issue's editor. We especially seek papers that address the issue of widowhood in innovative ways and from novel perspectives. Micro and macro level analyses as well as quantitative and qualitative approaches are welcome. A theoretical review that substantially advances the scientific understanding of widowhood and bereavement is welcome, but should be cleared with Merril Silverstein at The Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences or Bob Knight at The Journal of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences in advance. Submissions are due November 1, 2012.



Bob G. Knight, Ph.D.

Editor, Journal of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences

The Merle H. Bensinger Professor of Gerontology
Professor of Psychology
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191

Ph: 213-740-1373

"....my old man is another
child that's grown old." John Prine

JOBS: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville seeks applicants for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2013.

 

Position #1: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Clinical or Counseling psychology, as well the ability to teach courses and conduct research within our graduate program in Clinical Adult Psychology.  Applicants must also have the interest and ability to teach several of the following undergraduate courses:  Psychopathology; Tests and Measures; Theories of Personality; Health Psychology; Physiological Psychology; Research Design and Statistics; Careers in Psychology; and Capstone Seminar in Psychology.  For applicants with ABD status, it is a requirement that the doctorate is obtained by the end of the first year of employment. Applicants will demonstrate promise for a high-quality research program and a commitment to teaching excellence and a collegial environment.  Preference will be given to candidates with high quality teaching and research experience.  Responsibilities will also include supervising student research, involving students in faculty research, advising graduate students, and providing service to the department, school, university, and community. Send application to Dr. Andy Pomerantz, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1121.  For more information, contact Andy Pomerantz at (618) 650-3661 or apomera@siue.edu.

 

Position #2: Applicants must have a specialization in Health Psychology with a Ph.D. in Health Psychology or a closely related field such as Clinical, Clinical-Child, Counseling, or Social Psychology. Preferred candidates will have an interest in teaching undergraduate Health Psychology and some combination of the following undergraduate courses: Careers in Psychology, Capstone Seminar in Psychology, and Research Design and Statistics.  Candidates with a Ph.D. in Clinical, Clinical-Child, or Counseling Psychology will join the faculty in one of our Clinical graduate programs and will be evaluated for their interest in teaching one or more graduate classes.  For applicants with ABD status, it is a requirement that the doctorate is obtained by the end of the first year of employment. Preferred applicants will demonstrate promise for a high-quality research program, strong statistical skills, a commitment to excellent teaching and dedication to maintaining a collegial environment.  Responsibilities will also include supervising student research and providing service to the department, school, university, and community. Send application to Dr. Laura Pawlow, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1121.  For more information, contact Laura Pawlow at (618) 650-2608 or lpawlow@siue.edu.

 

For both positions: Applications must include a letter of application, vita, contact information for three references, statement of teaching interests and previous teaching evaluations if available, and statement of research interests.  File review will begin after November 19^th, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. The University currently has nearly 14,000 students and is situated in a park-like campus only 20 miles from downtown St. Louis, MO.  The City of Edwardsville was recently ranked as one of the “Ten Best Towns for Families” by Family Circle magazine. The department is one of the largest in the University and features high quality undergraduate, master’s, and specialist degree programs.  For further information, visit http://www.siue.edu/education/psychology.  The Department of Psychology seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  The department and the school are fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.  SIUE is a state university – benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas.  Applicants may be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.  As an affirmative action employer, SIUE offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability.

 

 

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Christopher B. Rosnick, Ph.D., MPH

Assistant Professor

Department of Psychology

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Campus Box 1121, Alumni Hall 0132

Edwardsville, IL  62026

Office: 618-650-5351

Fax: 618-650-5087

e-mail: crosnic@siue.edu

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CONFERENCES: 2013 APA Call for Submissions

"Aging in Place" in the 21st Century:

Person, Environment & Culture

 

2013 American Psychological Association Convention

Honolulu, Hawaii

July 31 – August 4, 2013

 

Submission Deadline: November 16, 2012

http://www.apa.org/convention

 

 

Division 20 (Adult Development and Aging) of the American Psychological Association invites submissions on topics related to the 2013 presidential theme of “Aging in place in the 21^st Century” identified by Division 20 President, Dr. Patricia Parmelee.  Submissions are invited in the form of symposia and posters; individual paper submissions will not be programmed. 

 

Submissions are solicited on topics related to the person, environment, and culture.  Some of the topics of special interest on “aging in place in the 21^st century” include (but are not limited to):

-         The role of technology

-         Women and gender issues

-         Neighborhood influences

-         Contextual and environmental influences

-         Residential transitions

-         Life narratives

 

Questions can be directed to Program Chairs, Joann Montepare (jmontepare@lasell.edu) or Jamila Bookwala (bookwalj@lafayette.edu). 

 

 

Joann M. Montepare, Ph.D.

Director, RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies

Professor of Psychology

Lasell College/Lasell Village

1844 Commonwealth Avenue

Newton, MA 02466

617-663-7006

jmontepare@lasell.edu

 

INFO: APA Presidential election

Dear Division 20 member,

By now you should have received your electronic ballot for APA President. 

I am urging you to vote, as the right to vote is one of your privileges of APA membership. By voting, you have a chance to influence APA policy and make sure that aging remains visible on the association's agenda. As they say on TV, it's "Your voice, your vote."

You can read the candidate bios on the APA website sent to you with your ballot; in addition, each candidate was asked to respond to questions in the upcoming Division 20 Newsletter. Of the fine candidates running this year, I am personally endorsing Doug Haldeman. He is a Fellow of Division 20 and has is a strong and articulate advocate for aging issues. He assures me that, if elected, he will make sure that aging is given high priority in his Presidential Initiatives.  I have known Doug for over 10 years, and he consistently has supported scientist-practitioner connections on a wide range of issues.

Please take this opportunity, right away, to exercise your fight to vote!

Best, 

Susan

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Susan Krauss Whitbourne, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology and Director, Office of National Scholarship Advisement
409 Tobin Hall
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst MA 01003
413-545-4306 (O) 413-545-0996 (F)
Email Website  Psych Today blog Twitter

FUNDING -- NIA announcements

 

 

NIA recently issued two R03 announcements soliciting applications for (1) secondary analysis of data on aging in the areas of psychology, behavioral genetics, economics, demography, or (2) archiving and dissemination of data sets.  

 

These two announcements have two separate set-aside funds of $1,000,000 each, and separate reviews and due dates.   

 

For RFA-AG13-004 direct cost are capped at $50K for only one year, whereas for RFA-AG13-009 direct cost are capped at $100K per year for up to two years (i.e. researchers can request up to  $200K in direct cost over two year period).

 

Applicants are allowed to submit multiple applications to both announcements as long as the aims are distinct.  NIH will not accept any application in response to either RFA that is essentially the same as one currently pending initial peer review unless the applicant withdraws the pending application.   For example, applicants may not submit an application for RFA-AG13-004 and resubmit the same application which is pending review by adding additional  aims to RFA-AG13-009.

 

If you submitted an R03 application to NIH previously and the review is complete and it  was not funded you can re-submit the application as “new“ application to either the RFA. 

 

Please direct inquires to Dr. Partha Bhattacharyya at 3014963131 or at bhattacharyyap@mail.nih.gov.  Links for both announcements are provided below:

 

R03 RFA AG13-004 Secondary Analyses and Archiving of Social and Behavioral Datasets in Aging (R03) : Researchers can request up to $50K in direct cost per year for only one year -  http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AG-13-004.html

  

R03 RFA AG13-009  Secondary Analyses and Archiving of Social and Behavioral Datasets in Aging (R03):  Researchers can request up to $100K per year in direct cost per year for up to two years - http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AG-13-009.html

 

 

 

INFO: FW: 2012 APA President-elect Election

Just a reminder that APA presidential candidates' specific statements to the membership of Division 20 will appear in our Fall newsletter. My memory is that each of the five candidates responded to our request, and each will be represented in the newsletter article. That is now in press and will be in your hands well before the October 29 deadline for casting your ballot.

Best,
Pat
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Patricia A. Parmelee, PhD
President, APA Division 20 - Adult Development & Aging
Director, Center for Mental Health and Aging
Professor, Department of Psychology
The University of Alabama
207 Osband Hall, Box 870315
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
pparmelee@ua.edu<mailto:pparmelee@ua.edu>
205 348 1499 (voice)
205 348 7520 (fax)

________________________________
From: elections@apa.org [elections@apa.org]
Sent: Friday, September 14, 2012 8:42 AM
To: Parmelee, Patricia
Subject: 2012 APA President-elect Election


The 2012 President-elect election is now open.

Please visit http://www.apa.org/about/governance/president/elect-2012.aspx to read candidate biographies and statements and view a short video message. Dr. Cohen was unable to record a video message due to a scheduling conflict.

Information on the candidates' campaign contribution funds can be viewed by visiting http://www.apa.org/about/governance/elections/index.aspx

Click here to vote:

https://www.intelliscaninc.net/apa/2012president/ballot.cfm?id=16331968&bcn=93697

THIS LINK IS UNIQUE TO YOU. PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD THIS MESSAGE.

As a member who has an email address on file with APA, you will only receive your President-elect ballot via email.

Your vote can make a difference! Please take the time to cast your vote. Each vote represents a valued choice and provides you an opportunity to have your voice heard. Please take part in the wonderful right we all have as members. The Election Committee wants to express emphatically the importance of your participation in the election process.

The polls close at 5 p.m., U.S. eastern daylight time on October 29, 2012. If you experience any difficulty accessing your ballot or have any questions concerning the election, please contact Garnett Coad, Director, Elections at (202) 336-6087 or at gcoad@apa.org<mailto:gcoad@apa.org>.

Thank you

APA Election Office

INFO: APA-Sponsored Congressional Briefing to Focus on Strengthening Mental Health Workforce of Older Americans

From: APA Public Affairs [mailto:public.affairs@apa.org]
Sent: Friday, September 14, 2012 9:02 AM
To: DiGilio, Deborah
Subject: APA-Sponsored Congressional Briefing to Focus on Strengthening Mental Health Workforce of Older Americans

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Sept. 14, 2012 Contact: APA Public Affairs Office (202) 336-5700 public.affairs@apa.org STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH WORKFORCE TO MEET NEEDS OF OLDER AMERICANS FOCUS OF APA-SPONSORED CONGRESSIONAL BRIEFING WHAT: Members from the Institute of Medicine's Committee on the Mental Health Workforce for Geriatric Populations will brief members of Congress on key findings and policy recommendations to support an effective workforce response to the geriatric mental health and substance use crisis. The IOM issued a report in July entitled The Mental Health and Substance Use Workforce for Older Adults: In Whose Hands? which details the high prevalence of mental health and substance use issues among America's increasingly diverse aging population and calls for strengthening the mental health workforce to address unmet needs and reduce health care costs. The briefing is co-sponsored by the American Psychological Association, the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, the National Association of Social Workers, and the American Psychiatric Association, in cooperation with Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn. WHO: Dan G. Blazer, MD, PhD, chair, IOM Committee on the Mental Health Workforce for Geriatric Populations, AAGP member, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, professor of community and family medicine, Duke University Medical Center Michael A. Hoge, PhD, APA member, professor and director of clinical training in psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine María P. Aranda, PhD, MSW, NASW member, associate professor of social work and gerontology, School of Social Work, University of Southern California WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012 Noon to 1:30 p.m. WHERE: B340 Rayburn House Office Building Independence Avenue and South Capitol Street Washington, DC 20003 BACKGROUND: Funding for this study was secured following a yearlong advocacy campaign led by APA and partners from the AAGP, NASW and the American Psychiatric Association. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, then-Rep. Patrick Kennedy, D-R.I., and Sen. Herb Kohl, D-Wisc., designated $900,000 to fund this important study and APA supported the work of the IOM committee by providing workforce data and information on psychology's role in addressing the mental health and behavioral health needs of older adults and the evolution of professional geropsychology. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Nida Corry, PhD, APA senior legislative and federal affairs officer, at ncorry@apa.org or (202) 336-5931. The American Psychological Association, in Washington, D.C., is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of psychologists. APA's membership includes more than 137,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students. Through its divisions in 54 subfields of psychology and affiliations with 60 state, territorial and Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people's lives.     www.apa.org If you do not want to receive APA news releases, please let us know at public.affairs@apa.org or 202-336-5700.

INFO: Healthy Aging E-CARD

September is Healthy Aging Month – The Public Interest Directorate has prepared this e-card that you might share with others: http://www.apa.org/pi/e-card/healthy-aging.aspx.  It is also on the APA home page today.

Deborah A. DiGilio| Director, APA Office on Aging Public Interest DirectorateAmerican Psychological Association 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 Tel: 202-336-6135 |  Fax: 202-336-6040 email: ddigilio@apa.org   http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/index.aspx