Nancy Ruddy, PhD As my tenure winds down, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on what I learned in my year as the President of the Society for Health Psychology. A brief summary: The Society for Health Psychology truly is the perfect “professional home” for any psychologist interested in the interplay of the mind and body, and the role of behavior, mental health … Continue reading President’s Column
Adrienne A. Williams, PhD It is hard to believe that I am coming to the end of my term as editor of The Health Psychologist. When I took on this position three years ago, I was overwhelmed with the idea of trying to put together a newsletter that people would want to read. Like many Early Career Psychologists, I had imposter syndrome and feared that … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
Nancy Ruddy, PhD It is difficult to believe that I am almost halfway through my presidential year. I had been warned the time goes quickly, and that certainly is true. At this midway point there are three areas that I would like to highlight: The Society for Health Psychology Midwinter Executive Committee Meeting Presidential Initiative: Response to the Opioid Crisis; Perspectives from Family, Addiction, and … Continue reading President’s Column
Adrienne A. Williams, PhD I stood next to the leader of the community group in the city where I had just moved as he introduced me to a room of 100 people: “This is Adrienne. She is a nurse at the local hospital.” “Nope! No, I am not a nurse. I am a doctor. What made you think I was a nurse?” He stammered. “Oh, … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
Nancy B. Ruddy, PhD President I have joked since learning that I was elected President of the Society for Health Psychology that I am the “Accidental President.” Like many who agree to run for executive positions, I assumed that running was all I would do. However, I am happily surprised to be serving the Society as President. I am so grateful for all the benefits … Continue reading President’s Column: Accidental President
Adrienne A. Williams, Ph.D. After accepting an offer for my first job after post-doctoral fellowship, I moved to a new city where I experienced a form of discrimination that I did not yet know how to name. This was not the first time I had moved to a new city on my own, but it was the first time that I had to seek health … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
By Justin M. Nash, PhD We are who we are and who we are is quite remarkable. We, the Society for Health Psychology that is, have membership that is reaching all-time highs (topping out at over 3,400). There are 130 members actively working on 15 councils and committees. One-hundred and sixteen of our members are involved in editorial roles producing seven different publications and communications. … Continue reading President’s Column
By Adrienne A. Williams, Ph.D. When I first became editor of The Health Psychologist, I was pretty nervous about finding contributors for the recurring column “Health Policy Corner” for every issue. At that time, I did not know very many people working on health policy as it relates to psychology, and it seemed that only a small number of psychologists were activity following and trying … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
Justin M. Nash, Ph.D. We are at the halfway point in my role as President of the Society. I continue to develop a deeper appreciation for the organization and its people. I find that there is an investment on the part of those who are involved in all levels of the organization, from Barbara Keeton with her considerable administrative expertise, to the established leaders who … Continue reading President’s Column
Adrienne A. Williams, Ph.D. When I first joined SfHP (“Division 38” back then), I primarily joined to have access to the list serve and the Health Psychology journal. Since then, I have been amazed with all of the new and developing member benefits and opportunities. In fact, SfHP has helped me in ways that I had never anticipated. I moved to Chicago a few … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
Justin M. Nash, PhD I am very excited to begin serving as President of the Society for Health Psychology. After 25 years in health psychology internship and postdoctoral training at Brown University, I recently became Professor and Head of the interdisciplinary Department of Allied Health Sciences at the University of Connecticut. I appreciate you making the Society for Health Psychology a professional home. We are … Continue reading President’s Column
Adrienne A. Williams, Ph.D. “Oh, you probably got into that program because you are half black.” I heard many statements like this while applying for, and attending, college. Usually these were said in a manner-of-fact tone, or alternatively, excited – congratulating me on some perceived rare accomplishment for black people. While I did not detect animosity from the speakers, these types of statements were hurtful … Continue reading From the Editor’s Desk
