Feature Stage

CRITICAL CONVERSATION

What Do Psychologists Need to Know in a Post-Roe World?

Division 42

12:00-12:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

The Dobbs decision in 2022 wreaked havoc on reproductive care and while most laws target physicians, psychologists are also vulnerable in this post-Dobbs landscape. This session will cover what we can (or can't) say to clients about abortion and how to navigate these turbulent waters while serving our clients.

SCIENCE SUMMIT

The Science on Technology and Human Behavior

2:00-2:50 p.m.

Advances in technology are accelerating, raising questions about how technology may replace human functions or benefit humans’ experiences. How can the science of human behavior help guide our progress as new developments, such as AI, have broader application for education, the workplace, and even psychological treatment?

SYMPOSIUM

Integrative Reality: Future of AI & Psychology

Division 42

3:00-3:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

This session is designed to take a deep dive into AI trends and predictions while recognizing the reality of integrative AI in everyday practice. From fear to personalized care, to predictive modeling in psychology.

SYMPOSIUM

Healthcare Under Fire: The Impact of Restrictions on Healthcare for Transgender Youth

Division 37

10:00-10:50 a.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Sponsored by APA's Divisions for Social Justice, an interdisciplinary team will discuss the impact of laws/policies restricting care from transgender/gender diverse (TGD) youth. Presenters will describe the rapidly changing legal landscape, followed by how these restrictions impact TGD youth and families and how clinicians can utilize best practices to impact policy.

SYMPOSIUM

Feminist Alchemy: Psychologists of Color's Testimonios

Division 32

12:00-12:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Feminist social activist and cultural critic bell hooks' critical works persistently interrogated embodiments of the black experience in a white supremacist landscape through a black feminist analysis--an essential concept posited "the oppositional gaze." In this innovative symposium, hooks' oppositional gaze is operationalized by the alchemy of testimono and four feminist psychologists.

CRITICAL CONVERSATION

Mental Health, Wellbeing, and Empowerment for People of Color

Ethnic Psychological Association

1:00-1:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Join us for an insightful fireside chat that tackles the pressing issues shaping our current environment. We will examine the impact of recent events and policies on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives, including anti-EDI legislation, bans on diversity training, and potential threats to EDI practices. Our esteemed guests from various sectors will share their expertise on the power of language in combating misinformation and disinformation. This session goes beyond theory, providing practical advice and actionable recommendations for navigating these complex issues. Whether you are an EDI practitioner, academic, or psychologist advocating for positive change, this fireside chat will equip you with the tools to problem-solve and promote equity and inclusion in today's challenging landscape. This session is a must-attend for anyone committed to building a more equitable and inclusive future in the face of adversity.

SCIENCE SUMMIT

The Science on Promoting Social Equity

2:00-2:50 p.m.

Details TBD.

SYMPOSIUM

Unpacking Policy: Understanding the Effects of Stope the WOKE Act, Anti-Critical Race Theory, and Similar Legislation among Adolescents and Young Adults of Color

Division 07

3:00-3:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Policies and legislation, such as those prohibiting the acknowledgment of ethnicity/race and critical race theory in school curriculums (e.g., the WOKE Act in Florida), have been proliferating across the United States. Since September 2020, a total of 244 local, state, and federal government entities across the United States have introduced 783 anti-Critical Race Theory bills, resolutions, executive orders, opinion letters, and other measures (CRT-Forward, 2023). The goal of the symposium is to bring together emerging thought leaders on the topic of race and schools to discuss the potential implications of such policies and legislation on children’s development across the life course, particularly during adolescence and emerging adulthood. These emerging scholars’ voices include Drs. Cynthia Levine (University of Washington), Chanel Meyers (University of Oregon), and Juan Del Toro (University of Minnesota-Twin Cities). We end by discussing the implications of curtailing educators’ critical conversations about ethnicity-race that acknowledge both privilege and oppression in school contexts.

SYMPOSIUM

Psychological Biases in the Legal System

Division 41

1:00-1:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Psychological biases influence decision making in all aspects of life. Their affects, however, may be most consequential when they influence the decisions of legal actors. This symposium describes research on psychological biases in the legal system, including the various contexts in which they materialize, the decisions they influence, and the criminal justice outcomes they produce. The implications of these findings and recommendations for moderating the emergence of such biases will be discussed.

CRITICAL CONVERSATION

Optimizing Cognitive Efficiency and Effectiveness: Adding Strategies to Your Clinical Practice

Division 22

1:00-1:50 p.m.

Seattle Convention Center, Arch Building, Ballroom 6E

Juggling a busy caseload? Wearing multiple hats? Wondering how to keep all your plates spinning without burning out? Join us for a lively and interactive discussion with a panel of cognitive rehabilitation experts who will share practical, evidence-based strategies to increase cognitive efficiency in both daily life and clinical practice.

SCIENCE SUMMIT

The Science of Physical Activity: Supporting Health and Performance

2:00-2:50 p.m.

Details TBD.

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