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The American Psychological Association has released a report shedding light on the challenges psychology faculty of color face in their career progression. The report emphasizes the need for change and provides recommendations to address these concerns. Let's come together as a community to foster an inclusive and equitable academic environment, enhancing the success of faculty of color. Join the conversation! For more details and to read the report, click on the link in the comments. #PsychologyFaculty #DiversityMatters #EquityInEducation #InclusiveAcademia #PsychologistsOfColor #PsychologistsOfColorCommunity#psychologistsofcolor

This kind of thinking, which the study's authors call "transcendent," moves beyond reacting to the concrete specifics of social situations also to consider the broader ethical, systems-level and personal implications at play. Engaging in this type of thinking involves analyzing situations for their deeper meaning, historical contexts, civic significance, and/or underlying ideas.

"Research in Education and Psychology: Focusing on Root Causes and Increased Justice" is a new Sage Research Methods Community post from the amazing Donna Mertens. Important ideas for our time - and if you want more, she has a new book edition! Take a look. https://bit.ly/4c3FuaT Sage Sharlene Hesse-Biber #socialjustice #social research #researchmethods #researchimpact #decolonization

Behavioral, emotional, and social skills change during adolescence, but how? A cross-sectional study of 4106 students between 12 and 19 years old. Read the paper by Tommaso Feraco and Chiara Meneghetti from Università degli Studi di Padova here: https://lnkd.in/gMaJFJhD #SexDifferences #EmotionalSkills

Exploring the Impact of Microaggressions in Diverse Communities Research Highlight: Dr. Michael Jenkins, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Sunway University, has recently published a research paper titled "Racial Microaggressions: Identifying Factors Affecting Perceived Severity and Exploring Strategies to Reduce Harm." This work sheds light on the nuanced understanding of microaggressions and their impact across different racial, ethnic, and political backgrounds.  Study Overview: The research delves into the ways various groups perceive the severity of racial microaggressions. It uniquely combines perspectives from different racial backgrounds and political orientations, offering a comprehensive view on this sensitive topic. Implications: This research is not just academically significant but also holds immense practical value. It offers insights into how awareness and mindset can shape interactions and perceptions in diverse environments, fostering better understanding and communication. 🔗 Read the Full Paper: https://lnkd.in/gqNUyanB Join the Conversation: We invite the academic community and all interested individuals to engage with these findings. Share your thoughts, experiences, and strategies to foster a more inclusive and understanding society. #SunwayUniversity #PsychologyResearch #Microaggressions #Diversity #Inclusion #CommunityEngagement

Thinking about transferring? Interested in majoring in Business or Psychology in the heart of Silicon Valley? We have the best admissions staff at Menlo College to help you out! Personally, I did the college transfer path so I get it. If you need any guidance, we're here to help! Fill out our free admissions application to get the ball rolling: https://lnkd.in/eFBquF_r 🎓 Referrals are also welcome if this sounds like a good fit for someone you know. Go Oaks! Ⓜ️ #business #psychology #collegebound 📸 Paolo Nogoy

🌍🌍🌍 We are very proud of the amazing work our final year psychology undergraduate students produced for the Psychology and Sustainability poster showcase this week 🌍🌍🌍 Watch this short video to get a glimpse of all the great accomplishments of students on the Psychological Approaches to Environmental Sustainability module 📽 https://lnkd.in/eDbqqBHw #psychology #environmentalsustainability #uel

Of course you can learn to be happy! It's like everything else - a combination of genetics & environment, which means you can work on the environmental side, to include your actual environment as well as your specific thoughts & behavioral choices. I taught positive psychology classes for years & have seen the impacts on people's lives. https://lnkd.in/e_5XMd4C #positivepsychology #happiness #happinessisachoice

🎓 Unveiling the Secrets of Academia in "Price of Prestige"! This insightful book explores the challenging facets of doctoral programs, revealing the impact of academic hazing on mental health, diversity, and institutional culture. Discover how these programs can inadvertently cultivate elitism and entitlement, and what can be done to foster change. 🌟 Learn about the psychological impacts, the role of race and discrimination, and the ways to empower marginalized scholars. 📚 Ready to challenge the status quo? Order your copy now - link below! https://lnkd.in/ed7-wJSu #PriceOfPrestige #AcademicHazing #DoctoralChallenges #InclusiveEducation #TransformingAcademia #phdresearch #dissertationresearch #doctorallife #dissertation #dissertationlife #dissertationproblems #dissertationtips #dissertationcoach #dissertationhelp #dissertationtime #dissertationresearch #phdlife #phdwriting #gradstudents #gradschoollife #gradstudentlife #academia #academiclife #doctoralstudent #doctorate #doctoratedegree #doctoratestudent

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