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By drawing on the science of prevention, psychologists can develop skills, relationships and personal qualities to bolster ethical resilience and minimize risks related to unethical behavior. Earn CE credit for this article. 68
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New and improved PsycLINK PsycLINK has a wealth of new information, served up on a more user-friendly Web platform. Coal miners’ dilemma In West Virginia, the demise of rehab programs for coal miners means a reduced likelihood of psychological treatment. The science of political advertising Do all those clichéd images of happy children and American flags actually sway voters? Yes, but perhaps not in the way you’d expect, researchers say. More support needed for trauma interventions Treatment for child trauma works, but too often, children don’t have access to it.
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The case against spanking Physical discipline is slowly declining as some studies reveal lasting harms to children. Innovative psychology at the high school level High school teachers nationwide are finding new ways to help students get the most out of psychology. APA divisions reach out to new psychologists This year’s APA Division Leadership Conference focused on finding new ways to engage early career psychologists.
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MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • APRIL 2012
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - April 2012