This publication focuses on the dissemination of health psychology related information that is intriguing, pertinent, educational, and practical. The goal is to showcase relevant information in the field of health psychology and highlight works in clinical practice, program development, research, advocacy for the practice of health psychology and equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives. It is also a place where SfHP members can communicate and highlight their passion for the field of Health Psychology.
Tory Butterworth, PhD, highlights the role shame may play in binge eating disorder.
Drs. Murray and Ghose provide an overview of the interconnection between menopause and sleep. They destigmatize menopause and focus on bringing relief to those individuals who are struggling with sleep disruption during this phase of life.
Dr. Schroeder’s editorship has ended as this is her last issue showcasing remarkably informative articles.
Sonia Agarwal and colleagues share their team’s recent analyses on long COVID and the impact on mental health factors. The work of this team shows how cognitive symptoms of long COVID correlate with positive and negative psychological factors.
Our current president, Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick, is also ending her term as president and has spearheaded multiple initiates to expand our SfHP community. In her article, she shares the progress she has helped facilitate through her time as our leader.
Drs. Anne Kubal and Andrea Seefelt provide a compelling discussion on weight stigma in eating disorder treatment, critiquing the continued use of weight status as a severity marker.
Finally, as GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications gain widespread attention for their role in weight loss, Dr. Sarah Lyall-Neal explores the psychologist’s role in supporting behavioral changes and helping individuals navigate the emotional aspects of weight loss.
Dr. Grace Kao discusses the difficulties and feats of navigating her role in a leadership position as an early career psychologist midst a pandemic.
Dr. Miraj Desai discusses his research on institutional bias and racism that has informed his recent advisory roles with national organizations including the American Hospital Association, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the American Psychological Association.
This column proposes a vital call to action from new NIH leadership to recognize the impact of the field of behavioral science on understanding burden of chronic disease on both a micro and macro level.
Dr. Barbara Andersen highlights the pillars of the society’s Long Range Planning (LRP) working groups which optimizes the function of the SfHP as a professional home for health psychologists.
The Society for Health Psychology is proud to officially launch The Health Psychologist E-zine! The electronic magazine or e-zine reflects the transformation of the society’s newsletter publication
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