Member Updates

Having difficulty publishing? We’ve all been there!

A recent member survey identified the common challenges and frustrations associated with publishing a paper.

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The Psychology Behind Conspiracy Theories and Extremist Groups

They have become part of the mainstream culture, so what makes conspiracy theories and extremist groups so attractive to people?

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2020 Search for Character & Context Blog Editor

SPSP seeks nominations for the editorship of its blog, Character and Context. The blog offers researchers the opportunity to communicate directly, in a less formal environment, with colleagues, students, and the interested public.

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Committee Updates: September 2020

News and updates from the SPSP committees.

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What We Know About College Students to Help Manage COVID-19

What we know about the emotional skills and behavior patterns of college-age students can help inform our strategies for coping in the upcoming school year.

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Application Portal for Spring 2021 Grant Program Now Open

These grants provide seed money to help fund research projects led by members at institutions that may not provide the same level of resources as larger universities or places of research.

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Shining a Light on Secrets: An Interview with Dr. Michael Slepian

Secrets—everyone has one—but why do we keep them, and how do they affect well-being?

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A Message From SPSP President Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton: Scholar Strike

A message from 2020 SPSP President Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton regarding Scholar Strike.

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2020 SPSP & APA Division 8 Fellows Announced

SPSP fellowship identifies SPSP members with a longstanding contribution to SPSP and the field of Personality and Social Psychology. Congratulations to the 2020 class!

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The best of both worlds: The benefits of online and offline teaching

With universities and colleges switching to online and hybrid formats, we review in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous teaching methods and which works best for lectures, seminars, and lab-based classes.

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