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In the media

In the media

Psychologist urges caution using AI chatbots as personal therapists, APS on ABC News

Dr Sara Quinn discusses the use of AI chatbots in therapy

When family ties that bind hit breaking point, APS in The Age

Dr Sara Quinn on family estrangement

Australians using AI chatbots as personal therapists on ABC News

Dr Sara Quinn calls for better regulation of AI’s use in therapy

The different types of crying - Mamamia

APS on the psychology behind crying

APS discuss the mental health benefits of volunteering on 2GB Radio

Dr Zena Burgess discusses the perks of volunteering

Mental health benefits just one of many perks of volunteering, APS on FIVEAA

Dr Zena Burgess on how volunteering can bolster mental health

APS on the pressure of pursuing a 'dream job' on ABC North Coast

APS discusses how to cope working in an unfulfilling role

Why a job 'that's just a job' works for these people, APS in ABC News

Dr Zena Burgess on working in a job that you don’t love

The concept of 'lemonading' in Mamamia

Dr Sara Quinn on the effects of playful mindsets on our resilience

APS on ABC Radio Brisbane about postgraduate psychology placement shortages

Dr Sara Quinn on the impact postgraduate placement shortages is having on Australians' mental health

Advocacy

Advocacy

Tasmanian Government 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy Consultation

Addressing the broader social and emotional determinants of health

APS Response to Mental Health Consortium Sector-Led Advice on Youth Mental Health Services

Youth mental health reform must be guided by evidence and expert psychological input

APS Response to Victoria’s 2026-30 Climate Change Strategy

Need for stronger recognition of the psychological impacts of climate change and the role of psychol ...

Response to the Defence and Veteran Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2029

Exploring unique and systemic risks and challenges faced by those who serve

Response to APAC Alignment Accreditation Standards Review: Consultation Paper – Round 1

Cultural safety, diversity and inclusion, self-care, client safety, and digital competence

Final Review of National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement

Our final recommendations on the agreement

Select committee inquiry into stillbirth in South Australia

Enhance stillbirth prevention and bereavement care through evidence-based psychological support

Accessible mental health and wellbeing: A psychological blueprint for Australia’s 2025-26 Budget - APS Pre-Budget Submission 2025-26

Reform solutions through innovative and future-facing investments

Career partner

Career partner

Member contribution guidelines

05 May 2025 | Submit your ideas and write for Insights

Member research projects

13 May 2025 | The place to share member research and participate in psychological research

2026 APS College of Educational & Developmental Psychologists Conference

20 May 2025 | Submissions are now open

13 categories in the 2025 APS Major Awards

20 May 2025 | Nominations close 30 June

Foundations in trauma - CPD series

05 May 2025 | Up to 10.0 CPD hours

CBT for insomnia certified skills course

05 May 2025 | 6.0 CPD hours - elearning