New England Psychological Association

06/15/2026

Two new symposiums announced. Three outstanding presenters!

📚 Graduate School and Graduate Education: Navigating Challenging Choices in a Competitive Market

💡 Perfectionism in Context: Broadening the Narratives

Insightful conversations. Expert presenters. Timely topics.

Register at https://nepsych.org/nepa-conferences-2026/

06/02/2026

“This demographic space has opened up where people are less dependent on their parents but have not yet entered the settled roles of adult life, making the 20s different than they were before,” said Jeffrey Jensen Arnett, PhD Clark University

Do higher housing costs, a tougher labor market, and a climate of uncertainty cause young people to delay classic adult milestones?

Source- Published June 1, 2026 the American Psychological Association website at :

High housing costs, a tough labor market, and a climate of uncertainty cause many to delay classic adult milestones.

06/01/2026

Registration and research submissions are now open for the 2026 New England Psychological Association Annual Conference at Salem State University.

We are pleased to announce our Invited Keynote Speaker:

Emerson W. Baker, Ph.D.
Professor of History at Salem State University

Dr. Baker's keynote, A Historian's Perspective on the Psychology of the Salem Witch Trials, will explore the social, political, and psychological forces that contributed to one of the most significant events in American history.

Join faculty, students, researchers, and practitioners from across New England on November 7, 2026.

Register or submit your research:
https://nepsych.org/nepa-conferences-2026/

05/19/2026

NEPA 2026 is shaping up to be another outstanding gathering of psychologists, researchers, educators, and students from across New England.

Registration, proposals, and nominations are now open for NEPA 2026.

https://nepsych.org/nepa-conferences-2026/

05/14/2026

Quick read, we thought many in the NEPA community might enjoy.

This Upworthy article explores several “savoring techniques” discussed by psychologists and happiness researchers that may help people slow down, appreciate positive experiences, and improve emotional well-being.

Interesting perspective on positive psychology, mindfulness, and the science of noticing small moments.

Read the article here- https://www.upworthy.com/psychologists-say-these-four-savoring-techniques-trick-our-minds-into-feeling-instantly-happier/

"Savoring is rebelling against yourself."

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Angela Cabble, Rachel Asham, Caroline Ku, and Kaitlin Pasinski from the College of Human Development, Culture and Media (CHDCM) at Seton Hall University, all of whom were recognized for presenting their work at NEPA 2025 at William James College in Newton, Massachusetts.

Thank you for contributing your work, your perspective, and your passion to this year’s conference. The future of the field is brighter because of voices like yours. Hope to see you this year!

https://www.shu.edu/human-development-culture-media/news/graduate-students-present-research-at-national-conference.html

Four CHDCM graduate students presented research at a national psychology conference, gaining experience in public speaking, networking and scholarly engagement while advancing their academic growth.

05/06/2026

Not sure if your work is the right fit for NEPA 2026?

Your submission doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to be clear, thoughtful, and contribute something meaningful to the conversation.

We welcome:
• Original research
• Literature reviews
• New theoretical ideas
• Innovative teaching and pedagogy approaches

Most importantly, don’t self-reject.

Every year, strong work goes unsubmitted because someone assumes it is “not ready” or “not good enough.”

If you’ve done the work, this is your opportunity to share it!

Submission Details >> https://nepsych.org/nepa-conferences-2026/

04/14/2026

It’s Official — NEPA 2026 Is Now Open

The NEPA Annual Conference returns this November, and registration is now live.

Even better — we’re now accepting submissions.

If you’ve been doing meaningful work, exploring new ideas, or developing approaches worth sharing, this is your opportunity to present and connect with peers across the field.

Don’t just attend — contribute.

📍 November 2026
📝 Register Today
🎤 Submit Your Proposal
https://reg.planetreg.com/E11595750234604

04/03/2026

Congratulations to these UMass Lowell students for top honors at their 29th Student Research and Community Engagement Symposium. Hope to see you at NEPA 2026!

Students Shine at 2026 Student Research and Community Engagement Symposium Gabriela Lay, Ph.D. Student in Psychology, presents. 04/01/2026 By Jamie Trottier Students in the Department of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell earned top honors at the 2026 Student Research and Community...

02/26/2026

Originally published at bps.org.uk British Psychological Society.
Dr Nicola Canale speaks about her role in a vital new service being piloted for babies and their caregivers.

Psychology Matters:
‘To feel like you’re contributing something towards breaking cycles of adversity and building resilience. What could be more rewarding than that?’

https://www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychology-matters-feel-youre-contributing-something-towards-breaking-cycles-adversity-and