Psychology for human rights
Over two dozen members of the Society for the Study of Peace, Conflict, and Violence (Division 48 of the American Psychological Association) have published a statement titled “As Authoritarianism Grows, Psychologists Must Not Be Silent.” It is available online both at Counterpunch and as a PDF here. We welcome its wide dissemination. The following is an excerpt from …
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Note: This essay is adapted from the author’s August 2025 address at the American Psychological Association annual convention and from a webinar he presented in early September. The webinar includes many visual depictions of the topics discussed here. Welcome everyone. I’m Roy Eidelson, president of the Society for the Study of Peace, Conflict, and Violence — Division …
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Some personal reflections on the profession of psychology and our responsibilities as we approach 100 days of authoritarian cruelty and corruption. Psychologists here in the United States represent a range of backgrounds and areas of expertise. But I believe we all share the recognition that protecting human and civil rights is essential — not only for the …
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