Division 1—The Division of General Psychology.

One of the biggest problems to confront Division 1 is the definition implicit in its name. All too often, "general" psychology is interpreted to mean "psychology in general" or, more colloquially, "any old thing". It is important, therefore, to clarify the definition and explicate the goals of the Division in order to elucidate the role of theory and philosophy in our activities. Division 1, its officers and executive committee have stressed the need for constructive integration in the field. One specific initiative we have taken as a division is the establishment of The William James Award in General Psychology—an award for a published paper or book which best illustrates the type of integration towards which we are working. With some of the pragmatism of William James, we continue to try to work through the theoretical and philosophical diversity to try to find some fundamental unity and to increase communication among all of us. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Division 14's Testing Program.

This letter informs that the APA Division of Industrial Psychology (Division 14) appointed an ad hoc committee in 1962 to review the movement to establish a large-scale program for testing college students who might be seeking positions in industry. There has been an increasing interest shown in this by many organizations, and one attempt has been made to establish such a program by the National Industrial Conference Board, Inc. The Executive Committee of Division 14 has voted to accept and endorse the Statement of Principles devised by this committee. It has also voted to circulate the Statement of Principles to certain organizations who have shown interest in developing such a program, including the Psychological Corporation, the Educational Testing Service, Science Research Associates, Inc., College Placement Council, Inc., and Careers, Inc. The Statement of Principles and further considerations are outlined. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

"Who are those guys?": A psychodynamic organizational perspective on the sixty-year history of Division 18.

A historical summary and overview of the origin, development, activities, and current direction of APA's Division of Psychologists in Public Service (Division 18) is presented. A psychodynamic organizational perspective is adopted to explain the trajectory of that development. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Division 36: Psychologists Interested in Religious Issues.

As is true for most small divisions, membership in PIRI overlaps with membership in all other APA divisions. Thus, our members include hardcore experimentalists teaching in Christian colleges, social psychologists focusing on research in the psychology of religion, pastoral counselors, transpersonal psychologists, religiously-committed psychologists attempting to integrate psychology and theology, and numerous others. Our roots lie in the American Catholic Psychological Association; our branches point to religion in all its forms. Our common commitment is to the assertion that religion is a critical psychological variable. Examples are given of our theoretical and philosophical interests, including (1) Philosophy of Science; (2) Anthropologies/Theories of Human Nature; (3) Spiritual or Religious Development; (4) Psychology, Politics, and Ethics; (5) Religion as a Significant Psychological Variable; and (6) Critique of Psychological Theories. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

President’s column: The beginning of another season.

Presents a brief note from the president of Division 13 regarding some of the activities of the Division and the quality and growth of its journal, Consulting Psychology Journal. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

APA Visiting Psychologist Program.

The Visiting Psychologist Program, sponsored by the APA and supported by the National Institute of Mental Health, has two major goals: (a) to provide information on recent developments in the field to psychologists in service settings, and (b) to provide opportunities to visit and learn about field centers for psychologists with significant training, service, and research responsibilities. The specific goals of the program are to disseminate up-to-date knowledge of recent research findings and to demonstrate innovations in psychological procedures and techniques. This program is discussed in further detail in this article. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

The APA income protection and major medical insurance programs: A progress report.

During the past decade APA has arranged for 3 types of coverage: Income Protection Insurance, Major Medical Insurance, and Professional Liability Insurance. Significant changes in the first 2 programs involve (a) a reduction in certain rates for income protection coverage, (b) inclusion of outpatient psychotherapy under the Major Medical Program, and (c) reimbursement for services rendered by qualified psychologists without requiring prior medical referral or examination. An APA Insurance Trust has been established with responsibility for maintenance and revision of existing insurance programs and for negotiating new insurance agreements on behalf of members of APA. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Abstracts: Division 22 selected poster presentations: APA annual convention: August 15–19, 1997.

Presents a series of poster presentations from the 1997 APA annual convention. The topics addressed are relevant to rehabilitation and rehabilitation psychology. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

"The specialty of neuropsychology": Errata.

Reports an error in "The specialty of neuropsychology" by Anne L. Hess and Robert P. Hart (Neuropsychology, 1990[Jan], Vol 4[1], 49-52). This article does not represent an attempt by the Division 40 Committee on Professional Affairs to define the specialty of clinical neuropsychology, and was not prepared at the request of the Division 40 Committee on Professional Affairs of the American Psychological Association. The publisher extends its apologies for any confusion this may have caused. (The following abstract of the original article appeared in record 1991-13156-001.) Presents an attempt by the Division 40 Committee on Professional Affairs of the American Psychological Association to define the specialty of clinical neuropsychology. The specialty should be defined for psychologists and consumers of psychological services (e.g., government agencies, insurance companies) so that all concerned can have a clearer sense of expectations of qualifications and standards of practice for this field. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Suggestion for an APA Division of Psychotherapy.

Comment regarding the need for the creation of an APA Division of Psychotherapy. It is my feeling that the interests of psychotherapeutically oriented psychologists are not being adequately met at present. I would like to suggest that it might be appropriate for us, at the present time or in the near future, to organize an APA Division of Psychotherapy. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Substance abuse assessment and treatment: The current training and practice of APA Division 22 members.

Objective: To determine the preparedness of rehabilitation psychologists to work with people with disabilities with primary or secondary substance-related problems by examining their education, training, and current practice. Design: Mail survey. Participants: 76 (47 men, 29 women) Division 22 members of the American Psychological Association. Results: Although 79% of respondents reported treating individuals with alcohol and other drug issues, over half rated their training in substance abuse treatment as inadequate. Referring to self-help groups and instilling cognitive-behavioral coping skills were common treatments. Participants reported a lack of preparation in substance abuse training in their graduate program coursework, practicum, and internship. Conclusion: Continuing education and changes to curriculum requirements, with linkage to existing certification bodies, should be considered to close the gap between training and practice. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

The APA Visiting Scientist Program: 1967-68.

Notes that the 1967-68 academic year was the eighth year of APA's Visiting Scientist Program. The program is supported by the National Science Foundation. Although the goals of the program and the procedures for carrying it out are much the same as in previous years, some changes were made in the program this year, which are outlined. The institutions and visitors are listed in Table 1. Psychologists who served as visitors are thanked for their services; their effectiveness and the effectiveness of the program through the years is attested to by the vast number of positive comments received from visited institutions. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

News and notes.

This section of News & Notes provides information on current news from Division 26. The section discusses of psychology sessions at southeastern regional meetings, recent publications, honors and awards and reports from the field. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

President’s column.

Provides a brief update on Division 13 happenings, including preparations for the Toronto meetings, renewal of the Rohrer Award, and maintenance of the Division's seat on the Council. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Question of Procedure.

Discusses the matter of a printed card which was recently mailed by the President of the group calling themselves Psychologists in Private Practice. The purpose of this card was to indicate to the members of APA Division 13 the nominees for office proposed by the President of the Psychologists in Private Practice. The author takes issue, not with the choice of people, but with the procedure. It is argued that the mailing of such material can only have a deleterious effect on Division 13 and the APA. The author considers this a further indication of the ongoing efforts of the PPP group which are designed to enable them to assume control of Division 13. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

APA Visiting Psychologist Program: 1970-1971.

The Visiting Psychologist Program, under the sponsorship of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), has completed its fourth year of operation. The program has been receiving over 100 inquiries and applications from agencies wishing to have a visitor, and interest in serving as a visitor continues to be very strong as indicated by the large number of applications and inquiries received from a broad spectrum of psychologists. This year, 42 agencies were visited, of which 29 were newly selected agencies, while 13 were return visits to agencies previously visited. The agencies and visitors are listed in Table 1 (initial visits) and Table 2 (return visits). (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

News and notes.

This section of News & Notes provides information for members of APA's Division 26. Topics covered include obtaining information about the Society for the History of Psychology; the Council of Representative Report from the Annual Meeting of the American Psychological Association from August, 2007; a call for papers for Cheiron: The International Society for the History of Behavioral and Social Sciences 40th Annual Meeting; and member news, including presentations, publications, appointments, and information about The New Dictionary of Scientific Biography. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

News & notes.

Presents information of interest to members of APA's Division 26. Included are an election committee report; details concerning Division 26's awards for contributions in the history of psychology; a call for program proposals for the Division; fellows nominations; and a call for papers for the meeting of Cheiron, the International Society for the History of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Also included are personal news items; a synopsis of a conference to honor the achievements of John A. Popplestone and Marion White McPherson, hosted by the Archives of the History of American Psychology; and a synopsis of a conference on "Measurement, Redemption, and Control: The Psychological in American History and Culture", held at Yale University. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

The APA Visiting Scientist Program: 1965-66.

The 1965-66 academic year was the sixth year of the Visiting Scientist Program supported by the National Science Foundation. The objectives of the program, along with more information about the visits, are given in this document. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)