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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues

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An association of psychologists, allied scientists, and others applying research on important social issues to public policy.

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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues@spssi.bsky.social · last wk.

"One in three Tucsonans exposed to historic water contamination still report signs of psychological trauma." SPSSI is proud to support this important research. Read more about the study: https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1145215

One in three Tucsonans exposed to historic water contamination still report signs of psychological trauma

Four decades after Tucson stopped serving contaminated water on its south side, one in three residents who drank it are still reporting symptoms of post-traumatic stress, a new U of A study has found. 

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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues@spssi.bsky.social · 2mo ago

We are excited to welcome Luis Rivera to SPSSI's Executive Committee as President-Elect! Dr. Rivera previously served on SPSSI's Council from 2023–2026. He joins the presidential trio with Dr. Phia Salter, President, and Dr. Kimberly Kahn, Past-President. https://ow.ly/HMLs50ZHVUr

Rutgers-Newark Vice Provost Elected President of National Society Focused on Psychology and Social Issues

Luis Rivera, Rutgers University-Newark’s vice provost for academic innovation and a psychology professor, was elected president of the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, a national organization with a leading role in using research to inform public policy.

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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues@spssi.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Nick Haslam's work on concept creep, published in Social Issues and Policy Review, was featured in this New York Times opinion essay on mental health. It's always exciting to see SPSSI-published research informing important public conversations! https://ow.ly/10xC50ZtPre

Opinion | Obsessing About Our Mental Health Is Part of Our Mental Health Problem

We need to support psychological well-being without fixating on it.

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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues@spssi.bsky.social · 3mo ago

NEW from the SPSSI Judicial Courtwatch Committee: Speech or conduct? “Conversion therapy” bans. By classifying therapy as protected speech, Supreme Court ruling calls into question states’ authority to enforce evidence-based standards of care. https://ow.ly/5v1U50ZjQen

Judicial Notebook: Speech or conduct? “Conversion therapy” bans

Supreme Court ruling calls into question states’ authority to enforce evidence-based standards of care.

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Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues@spssi.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Congratulations to SPSSI Past-President, Dr. Heather Bullock, for her appointment as Dean of the Division of Social Sciences at UC Santa Cruz! https://news.ucsc.edu/2026/06/ucsc-names-heather-bullock-dean-of-social-sciences/

UCSC names Heather Bullock dean of Social Sciences

Heather is a professor of psychology and director of the Center for Economic Justice and Action and leads the systemwide UC Essential Needs Research, Training, and Promising Practices Consortium. She brings extensive experience in research, teaching, public engagement, and academic leadership to her new role as dean.

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