Improving Lives with the Power of Psychological Science
Your trusted source for credible information about mental health
Connecting the public with the psychologists behind the science so conversations about mental health are guided by evidence, not opinions.
What is Psychological Science?
Science is a systematic way of asking and answering questions about the world. It is a method of learning that involves asking testable questions, collecting evidence, and revising ideas as new information becomes available.
Psychological science uses these same principles to understand how people think, feel, and behave. By studying mental health through a scientific lens, psychologists find practical ways to help people of every age live better.
Dr. Edward Selby studies why people use self-sabotaging behaviors when they’re upset
What makes someone an expert?
Being an expert means more than having opinions or personal experience. Expertise comes from education and clinical practice. Psychologists who study mental health spend years learning how to separate facts from assumptions by designing strong tests (experiments) and systematically evaluating the data they collect.
Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala develops mental health treatments that help people get better faster
How do I weed through all the mental health information out there?
The internet is full of mental health advice — some of it helpful, much of it misleading. On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, anyone can share personal experiences or opinions that sound scientific but haven’t been tested. What works for one person might not work for others, and some popular “tips” can even be harmful when taken out of context.
Psychological science helps us separate what’s evidence-based from what’s simply trending. Reliable information comes from studies that have been tested, reviewed, and replicated by trained experts
Dr. Ali Giusto helps families all over the world thrive by spreading the reach of science-backed mental healthcare
Where should I turn for mental health information I can trust?
In short, right here! Our PSYCH-SCI HUB connects you with credible, science-backed experts that can help make informed decisions to improve your life.
When you have a question about psychology or mental health, make us your first stop.
Dr. Tom Olino studies why some people are at risk for depression.
Who we are.
We (the Coalition of the Advancement and Application of Psychological Science [CAAPS]) bring together the world’s leading experts in psychological science by serving as a hub for premier professional organizations. Together, these organizations represent thousands of scientists advancing evidence-based understanding of mental health.
Dr. Lisa Anderson seeks to understand the risk factors for eating disorders so treatment can be improved
Will the people behind the science really get me?
We get it. Sometimes “science” can feel cold and disconnected from the problems you’re facing in your life. But scientists are just everyday people working to solve problems they care about. For us, it’s helping people improve their mental health.
We’d love to invite you into our research labs to see what this work looks like behind the scenes!
Dr. Chris Hughes studies how to identify people at risk for suicide and connect them with care
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