Contents
Inappropriate prescribing Research shows that all too often, Americans are taking medications that may not work or that may be inappropriate for their mental health problems. 36
28 42 52
APA honors Howell William C. “Bill” Howell is given this year’s top award for outstanding contributions to the association. What you should know about online education APA does not accredit fully online programs in professional psychology. Here’s why. Redefining masculinity Three psychologists strive to build a ‘better’ man.
56 60 70
Miscarriage and loss Losing a pregnancy can affect a woman — and her family — for years, research finds. Something for everyone APA divisions, Psi Beta and Psi Chi are hosting these sessions at APA’s Annual Convention, Aug. 2–5, in Orlando, Fla. Candidates weigh in The five candidates for APA’s 2014 president answer questions about early career psychologists and their vision for the future of psychological science.
www.facebook.com/American PsychologicalAssociation
6
MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • JUNE 2012
Thinkstock
http://www.facebook.com/AmericanPsychologyAssociation
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - June 2012