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  • What is the APA? A Brief History

    What is the APA? A Brief History

    by Julia S. Yarrington, M.A., University of California, Los Angeles The American Psychological Association (APA) has become an increasingly contentious body in the field of psychology. Although the APA holds a number of responsibilities, the organization is perhaps most salient to students and faculty through its role in establishing professional standards for psychologists. In keeping…