American Psychiatric Association

09/04/2026

Just Announced!

🎤 The American Psychiatric Association is thrilled to welcome Julie Silver, MD, Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Development & Success of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine as a speaker at our inaugural APA Women's Leadership Institute!

Dr. Brooks will be sharing game-changing insights on “Ladder Up: Leading with Purpose and Clarity.” Participants will engage in guided reflection to identify their core values, strengths, and leadership motivations.

Secure your spot today! Early bird registration is currently available for in-person and virtual participation. Register at https://ow.ly/1AsQ50ZJz69.

📅 Date: October 8-9, 2026
📍 Location: Washington, DC and Online (hybrid experience)
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09/03/2026

Too many great sessions at and not enough time?

We’ve got you covered 🙌

With APA On-Demand, you can:
✨ Watch sessions you missed
✨ Learn on your own schedule
✨ Earn CME anytime

🎟 Buy during the meeting and save!

Don’t let great content slip away. Visit https://ow.ly/Tz3X50Z4muo for more information.

09/03/2026

The American Psychiatric Association Foundation continues to support Veteran mental health by raising awareness and sharing real stories.

Click the link below to find resources for you or a loved one. ⬇️

09/02/2026

Pharmacologic Approaches to Su***de Prevention in Outpatient Settings.

This free, on-demand course provides practical guidance for managing su***de risk in outpatient settings, with a focus on pharmacologic approaches, safety planning, and enhanced clinical care. Explore strategies for addressing suicidality across a range of psychiatric conditions and supporting su***de-loss survivors.

Register by September 30.
https://ow.ly/r6iO50ZI1Oj

09/02/2026

Stay current. Explore what’s next. Earn CME along the way.

The 2027 APA Annual Meeting brings high-quality scientific and clinical education together in one place, with learning opportunities designed for mental health professionals across every stage of their careers.

Join us May 1–5 in New York City. Registration opens November 4.

Sign up for Annual Meeting Updates and stay informed about .
https://ow.ly/1zaS50ZB8l0

09/01/2026

News Release | September 2026 Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Treating Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, Pediatric Anxiety Disorders, and More

The latest issues of two American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services) are now available online.

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember all those lost to a drug overdose and an opportunity to reflect on practical ways to prevent overdoses in our community.

Learn more: https://www.overdoseday.com/

08/31/2026

Leading Change in Collaborative Care

Implementing the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) takes more than clinical expertise. Successful implementation also requires bringing people, priorities, and processes together.

Join Anna Ratzliff, MD, PhD, and George S. Nasra, MD, MBA, LFAPA, on September 1 at 2 p.m. ET for practical strategies to help teams successfully design, launch, and sustain Collaborative Care.

Register today: https://ow.ly/h3Nw50ZHju3

08/31/2026

Every life matters. On , find resources on prevention, treatment, and recovery: https://ow.ly/SVFV50ZHjwh

08/30/2026

What separates good decisions from great ones? The reasoning behind them. Faculty at Psychopharmacology Unplugged, including Dr. Mark Frye and Dr. Jonathan Alpert, will share exactly that, October 2–4.

Register today to join them. https://ow.ly/yJyt50ZvZSb