American Psychiatric Association

@APApsychiatric

APA represents 39,200 psychiatrists worldwide. A decision to retweet or share content does not represent an endorsement of non-APA material.

Washington, DC

Joined June 2009

3KFollowing

178KFollowers

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · 12 h

APA will offer its expertise to ensure that evidence-based treatment is available and constitutional rights are protected, as we monitor the development and implementation of the Executive Order to ensure that persons with mental illness or addiction issues who are unhoused will…

APApsychiatric's tweet image. APA will offer its expertise to ensure that evidence-based treatment is available and constitutional rights are protected, as we monitor the development and implementation of the Executive Order to ensure that persons with mental illness or addiction issues who are unhoused will…

858

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · 13 h

Struggling With Sleep & Stress? This Science-Backed Nightly Habit Can Help ow.ly/bfsr50WqMKa

APApsychiatric's tweet card. Just small tweaks to your routine (& not adding more to your day)

667

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · 14 h

There is no overall evidence that SSRIs are unsafe during pregnancy, and in fact SSRIs can be lifesaving for pregnant women with mood & anxiety disorders. That's a key point of a letter APA sent today to U.S. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, expressing its alarm over some of…

APApsychiatric's tweet image. There is no overall evidence that SSRIs are unsafe during pregnancy, and in fact SSRIs can be lifesaving for pregnant women with mood &amp; anxiety disorders.

That's a key point of a letter APA sent today to U.S. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, expressing its alarm over some of…

10.0K

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · 17 h

Not all exercise boosts mental health — it’s the why that matters most ow.ly/VA0T50WqMB7

922

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · 19 h

The 5K raises awareness and funds for the MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program. Donate through July 31, 2025, to support community grantees addressing youth mental health needs: ow.ly/p2hX50WuGuE

APApsychiatric's tweet image. The 5K raises awareness and funds for the MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program.

Donate through July 31, 2025, to support community grantees addressing youth mental health needs: ow.ly/p2hX50WuGuE

694

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 24

For International Self-Care Day, learn how to incorporate self-care into your daily life by reading our blog ow.ly/GSoB50WuYWI

1.0K

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 24

🚨 Now Hiring: Assistant/Associate/Professor - Emergency Room Psychiatrist the University of Vermont Medical Center! 🚨 📍 Burlington, VT ow.ly/OzBe50WpYZg To review the full description and apply, check out our listing on APA JobCentral. Explore more opportunities, post…

APApsychiatric's tweet card. A new Assistant/Associate/Professor - Emergency Room Psychiatrist job is available in Burlington, Vermont. Check it out on APA JobCentral.

704

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 24

Green Initiatives Boost Teen Mental Health Nationwide ow.ly/KYVC50WqKTC

730

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 24

Exercise can help your mental health — but not how you might think ow.ly/i8OW50WqKRs

APApsychiatric's tweet card. Exercise helps mental health, but new research shows that context — who, where, and how you work out — makes all the difference.

661

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 23

Air India crash report raises questions about mental health care for pilots ow.ly/yEnI50WqKM9

APApsychiatric's tweet card. New and troubling questions are emerging about what caused the Air India crash that killed 260 people. A preliminary investigation ruled out mechanical issues and found that the plane's fuel cutoff...

1.0K

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 23

The family that runs together has fun together! Thanks for participating in the Moore Equity in Mental Health 5k.

786

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 23

Burnout, Mental Health & Self-Compassion: Lessons from Medicine for All of Us ow.ly/Ns5P50WqKIC

APApsychiatric's tweet card. Burnout and mental health challenges affect people in every walk of life. But one expert says there’s a way forward from burnout—starting with the power of self-compassion.

830

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 23

We’re excited to introduce the new and improved that APA Communities — designed to make it easier than ever to connect with fellow members, join conversations, and stay involved with your professional community. ow.ly/CZg250WlW1T

APApsychiatric's tweet image. We’re excited to introduce the new and improved that APA Communities — designed to make it easier than ever to connect with fellow members, join conversations, and stay involved with your professional community.

ow.ly/CZg250WlW1T

736

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 22

It’s World Brain Day — a great time to focus on eating well, getting enough sleep, staying active, managing stress, and limiting alcohol and drug use. Your brain deserves the best care.

1.0K

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 22

Pediatric Mental Health Hospitalizations Decline, but not for Female Youth ow.ly/pvsg50WqKma

981

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 22

Mental Health and Sleep ow.ly/fuaO50WqKz4

APApsychiatric's tweet card. Sleep and mental health are deeply intertwined. Learn about the complex relationship between sleep and mental health problems and how to improve both.

731

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 22

The APA National Elections nominations cycle is open! Help shape the future of psychiatric care on our page.

715

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 21

When Autism and ADHD Occur Together ow.ly/pSan50WrRhY

1.0K

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 21

Green time, not screen time: Let nature boost your mental health ow.ly/iran50WqKkH

851

American Psychiatric Association@APApsychiatric · Jul 21

Minnesota enacts first-in-nation law requiring mental health warnings on social media ow.ly/tb6i50WqJJL

APApsychiatric's tweet card. Supporters say the pop-up messages could encourage Minnesotans, especially kids, to think twice about how much time they spend on sites. But social media companies argue that Minnesota’s law, the...

1.0K