The Controversy of Being Called "The Wizard"
"Wizard" is a term frequently used by service members for military mental health professionals. Should we consider it derogatory?
View ArticleMilitary Program Targets Serial Sexual Offenders
CATCH allows for the anonymous reporting of perpetrator information, which, when combined with other reports and databases, can result in the identification of serial offenders.
View ArticlePTSD: It’s Not What It Used to Be
As the criteria for PTSD diagnosis have evolved over time, the definition of the condition has become increasingly nebulous.
View ArticleEssential Skills for Psychologists Treating Service Members
Effective communication with military commands is key for effective treatment of military personnel.
View ArticleCan a Military Service Member Get Confidential Mental Health Care?
What are the rules on whether a military service member can receive confidential mental health treatment? It's complicated but regulations offer some clarity.
View ArticlePsychological Preparation for Military Boot Camp: 10 Tips
Boot camp is often the hardest and most rewarding experience of a young person's life. Applying these 10 tips from a psychologist can help prepare new recruits for the challenges.
View ArticleDoes It Matter If Your Psychologist Is Board-Certified?
The process of board certification provides the public with assurance that the psychologist has the knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist them.
View ArticleThinking of Joining the Military as a Psychologist?
Examine some pros and cons of service in the military as a psychologist.
View ArticleMilitary Compensation for Psychologists Will Rise in 2023
The trend of increasing remuneration for psychologists continues.
View ArticleMilitary Embedded Psychology
Embedded psychologists are specially trained to work with a particular military service population. They deploy and fully integrate with each service unit.
View ArticleCan Pilots Fly While Taking Psychiatric Medication?
Learn about the various policies related to taking psychotropic medications if you are in an aviation career.
View ArticlePrescribing Psychology Poised for Expansion
A number of variables have aligned to push prescribing psychology into the spotlight.
View Article3 Things You Can Do to Feel Good Right Now
Everyday activities that can help us manage stressors and difficult emotions are easier to implement than you might think. Here are 3 impactful ways to counteract stress.
View ArticleWhat Is Military Operational Psychology?
How operational psychologists enhance national security.
View ArticleThe Bright Side of Being a Sports Fan
Being a sports fan can have a range of psychological and health benefits.
View ArticleThe Psychology of the Call Sign
In military aviation, call signs promote unit cohesion, a sense of belonging, and both humility and pride.
View ArticleDoes Reading Improve Health?
Reading has powerful mental health, physical health, and cognitive effects.
View ArticleMilitary Embedded Psychology in Action
Working outside the constraints of a traditional clinic model, psychologists can design inventive psychological health services for military members.
View ArticleThe Evolution of Clinical Military Psychology
Clinical psychology was thrust into overdrive at the end of World War II to meet the needs of the military. Military psychologists continue to lead the way today.
View ArticleThe Anatomy of the Military Care Package
Sending a service member a care package for the holidays, or anytime, is a substantial mood booster for them (and you, too).
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