Clinical psychologist & mental health advocate. Writer @PsychToday. Top mental health blogger. Views my own.
Lexington, Kentucky USA
Joined November 2011
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Imagine a day when mental Illness is viewed no differently than physical illness. It is something you have, not something you are. It does not define you. You can manage it and still achieve your goals. Imagine that day is today.
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Even people who attend therapy sessions every week may feel they know very little about their therapists' thoughts or feelings. Here are some insights into what drives clinicians and helps them succeed, writes @DavidSusman psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
So grateful to have served these past two years on the American Psychological Association (APA) Board of Directors with so many great leaders, including 2023 APA President Dr Thema Bryant. Promoting psychological science & knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.
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How many of these have you given? They are good gifts for everyone. Peace on earth, goodwill toward everyone.
10 Priceless Gifts You Can Give to Someone with Mental Illness davidsusman.com/2015/12/03/1… via @DavidSusman – at Kentucky, USA
Big news! cnn.com/2023/07/25/politics/…
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Nearly 1 in 5 Americans say their workplace is toxic, according to our newly released #WorkInAmerica survey. Those who reported a toxic workplace were more than three times as likely to have experienced harm to their mental health at work. apa.org/news/press/releases/…
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Golding, J. M., McGavran, M. B., Susman, D., & Wright, R. (2020). Demystifying One’s Chances of Acceptance into Clinical PhD Psychology Programs. Teaching of Psychology, 47(1), 97–101. doi.org/10.1177/009862831988…
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“If we learned anything during the pandemic, it’s that there’s no single way to help clinicians with burnout.”—Dr. Craig Rooney #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth apa.org/topics/covid-19/conv…
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APA members—the Board of Directors is seeking to fill two member-at-large positions, one specifically for an Early Career Psychologist, and one Public Member position.
Nominate yourself or a colleague: nomination.apa.org
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"While I was familiar with much of this information from my professional training and experience, I found the course material to be accurate, current, and informative." #BeTheDifference
Learn more about Mental Health First Aid in my latest post. psychologytoday.com/intl/blo…
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Good tips here!-> Simple Steps: Preventing Digital Burnout americanbar.org/groups/law_p… #lawtwitter #LawyerMentalHealth #mentalhealth @DavidSusman
Learn more about Mental Health First Aid in my latest post. psychologytoday.com/intl/blo…
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Succinct overview of the role and value of Mental Health First Aid. Thanks to @DavidSusman for sharing via @PsychToday.
#mentalhealth #wellbeing #firstaid #MHFA #HR
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Always enjoyable being with terrific psychologist colleagues at American Psychological Association (APA) Council of Representatives meeting. Pleased to be Council Leadership Team Chair this year and to be part of such a wonderful team! @APA
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And if you want a high-level overview of how members, leadership, and central office staff fit together at @APA, check out these graphics!
Where do *you* want to be involved??
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Updates From the @APA President's Desk: January 2023 apa.org/about/governance/pre…
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What makes Voldemort tick? Children's and adults' reasoning about the nature of villains ift.tt/h7tPgCF