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The official account of the Society of Pediatric Psychology (@SPPDiv54) Diversity Special Interest Group. #thisispedpsych

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The @SPPDiv54 #DiversitySIG is ecstatic to announce this year's winner of the Diversity Service Award: Dr. Eileen Chaves! Dr. Chaves founded the Promoting Equity in Pediatric Psychology (PEPP) Undergraduate Mentorship Program.  This incredible program has not only (1/5)
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From examining adverse childhood experiences and SDoH within the center to understanding the retention of Black patients at Weight Management Centers, she has had extensive commitment to diversity related service.  Dr. Chaves' advocacy and mentorship have significantly (4/5)
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advanced diversity in pediatric psychology, making her an unequivocally deserving candidate for this award. The Diversity SIG extends a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Chaves for all that she does and for the person that she is!
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We celebrate the identities and experiences of autistic people and affirm our commitment to #autism research with these words from APA CEO @ArthurCEvans. See APA's latest resources: at.apa.org/677626
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White people aren’t taught to unlearn racism. They’re taught to hide it, deny it, and stay offended if you point it out.
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🚨NLPA 2025 Summit - Call for proposals is live!🚨 Psychology at the Border: Addressing The Humanitarian Crisis via Psychological Science, Training, and Practice October 17-18, 2025 @ The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Please share! 🙏🏼 Link: whova.com/call_for_speakers/…
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Calling all #psychology grad students and researchers - APF has funding opportunities to support your work. ✨ Learn about these upcoming funding opportunities and more on our website! hubs.ly/Q03g7mhy0 #FundingFriday #PsychologyResearch
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Microaggressions Affecting People of Color in Clinical Training growkudos.com/publications/1… @GrowKudos

Microaggressions Affecting People of Color in Clinical Training

This study examines the experiences of clinicians of color in training who face microaggressions while providing therapy or working under supervision. Using collaborative autoethnography, 10 clinic...

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Here is a thread of 20 books by black authors in honor of Black History Month🤎 *All different genres*
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Violence against women takes multiple forms, incl.: 🫸🏽 Intimate partner violence 🫸🏽 Sexual violence 🫸🏽 Psychological violence 🫸🏽 Female genital mutilation 🫸🏽 Forced & early marriage 🫸🏽 Femicide 🫸🏽 Trafficking #EndViolence against women & girls! #NoExcuse #16Days
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Liberal Jane@liberaljanee20 Nov 2024
It’s #TransDayofRemembrance, a day where we mourn and honor the people who have lost their lives because of their identity. ❤️ We must come together to create a world where everyone is safe to be who they are.
Digital illustration of two people in front of a sunset. On the left is a Latina woman with braids, a pink shirt and jeans with their body wrapped in a trans pride flag. On the right is a fem with red hair, a black shirt that reads, ‘end trans detention,’ and a gray skirt wrapped in a lesbian pride flag. In the background there are cempasúchil flowers in honor of those lost. Text reads, ‘Trans Day of Remembrance, Trans Day of Realness, Trans Day of Revolution!’

ALT Digital illustration of two people in front of a sunset. On the left is a Latina woman with braids, a pink shirt and jeans with their body wrapped in a trans pride flag. On the right is a fem with red hair, a black shirt that reads, ‘end trans detention,’ and a gray skirt wrapped in a lesbian pride flag. In the background there are cempasúchil flowers in honor of those lost. Text reads, ‘Trans Day of Remembrance, Trans Day of Realness, Trans Day of Revolution!’

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In the ongoing fight for basic rights and human dignity, it’s important to take time to honor the loved ones we’ve lost. aclu.org/news/lgbtq-rights/w…

Why the Fight for Trans Rights Never Gets Easier – or Less Vital | ACLU

For decades the trans community has successfully fought partisan politicians who attempt to discriminate against or endanger their lives. Today, facing new challenges to gender-affirming care, the...

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November Issue: “I don't view it as something that holds me back. I look at it as something that keeps me strong.” When we honor the lived experience experts of our research, we gain more comprehensive assessment tools to understand their experience. doi.org/10.1093/jpepsy/jsae0…

Inclusive measure development: amplifying the voices of adolescents and young adults with spina...

AbstractObjective. Benefit-finding and growth is an important process across a range of medical populations. However, it has been understudied in the conte

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SAMHSA, an agency within the HHS, has announced the launch of the Behavioral Health Workforce Career Navigator (samhsa.gov/behavioral-health…), designed to help current & aspiring behavioral health professionals identify state requirements for behavioral health careers. (1/2)

Behavioral Health Careers by State

The SAMHSA Behavioral Health Career Navigator is a tool for people who want a job or career in mental health and substance use disorder treatment and prevention. There are many ways to start and grow...

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The navigator supports Biden and Harris’ commitment to expanding America’s behavioral health workforce. You can read their message here: samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-an…
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Our members do a variety of work related to diversity, equity, and health disparities. SIG co-chair, Dr. Anjana Jagpal, sat down with @ArielBlakey1 last month to chat about her work and path to becoming a #pediatricpsychologist. Real all about Ariel here: sppdiversitysig.com/ariel-bl…
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In this survey study, youths accessing gender-affirming medical care in adolescence reported high levels of satisfaction, low levels of regret, and high levels of continuation of care. ja.ma/3YwbCPF
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Applications for the Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grant open on 11/1!🌈 This program encourages the study of #LGBTQIA+ family psychology & therapy through supporting young investigators whose grad research is oriented toward issues in this general area. ow.ly/u5g250TI14L
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