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.
Our incoming president, Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick, introduces her vision for promoting health psychology through inclusive engagement, outlining her initiatives and goals for the upcoming term.
Welcome back to The Health Psychologist e-zine! With each new season comes fresh opportunities for growth, exploration, and advancing knowledge in health psychology. This issue is packed with valuable insights and timely information across our field.
In the Creative Outlet column, Dr. Marmarosh, a respected psychologist, shares her personal experience in the healthcare system following a diagnosis of incurable cancer, reflecting on the relationships with her healthcare providers and inspiring others facing similar health challenges.
Dr. Eyer addresses the opioid crisis in the United States and the critical role of health psychology in combating this epidemic. He delves into pain management, opioid use disorder treatment, and the broader societal impact.
In our Clinical Highlight section, Dr. Punt and colleagues call for a modified version of the Stanford Integrated Psychosocial Assessment Tool (SIPAT) to improve its applicability across diverse medical contexts.
From the Society for Health Psychology, the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Interest Group shares the perspective of a young woman navigating life with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Dominique Legros and Dr. McKelvey illuminate her journey to diagnosis and provide essential information on living with this condition.
In our Interdisciplinary Corner, Dr. Ashton and colleagues offer practical tips for building an integrated specialty care practice.
Toby Dresdner discusses the possibility of behavioral health interventions providing adverse experiences for individuals and the need for clear guidelines in evaluating these types of interventions.
Delilah Harounian describes the opportunity for utilizing the six pillars of lifestyle medicine as health psychologists to treat individuals with chronic health conditions through a holistic approach.
Dr. Chandra Char provides an overview of an equitable approach that engages communities is essential in every step of the research process, from data collection to results dissemination using a community-focused design.
Drs. Ellen Joseph and Tiffany Duffing discuss the gut-brain interaction and the disorders that occur as a result. They described the significant impact of discrimination within marginalized communities experiencing these disorders of the gut-brain interaction while advocating for the need for changing the patient’s experience in order to better treat and provide relief for these individuals.
Dr. Joshua Eyer described how our Division has utilized targeted strategies to implement and amplify research related to DEI from webinars and programming to awards.
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