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The Award for Distinguished Contributions to Research in Public Policy is given to a psychologist who has made a distinguished empirical and/or theoretical contribution to research in public policy, either through a single extraordinary achievement or a lifetime of work. This contribution may consist of such factors as research leading others to view specific national policies differently; research demonstrating the importance of the application of psychological methods and theory to public policy; or research clarifying the ways in which scientific knowledge of human behavior informs public policy. The 2025 recipients of the APA Awards for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest were selected by the 2024 Committee on Psychology in the Public Interest Awards. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

This award is given by the Board of Educational Affairs in recognition of the efforts of psychologists who have made distinguished contributions to education and training, who have produced imaginative innovations, or who have been involved in the developmental phases of programs in education and training in psychology. With a gracious and intentional approach to mentorship, support, and collaboration in psychology education and training, Y. Barry Chung stands as an exemplary recipient of this award. His unwavering commitment to advancing the field of counseling psychology is most notably evidenced through his long-standing efforts to address inclusion for diverse practitioners, particularly through his advocacy for educational reforms benefiting the multicultural international community and his continued work towards resolution of significant challenges between counseling and master's mental health programs. Through visionary leadership as Past President for the Society of Counseling Psychology, Chung has fostered programs that have cultivated trailblazing professionals who continue to make remarkable contributions to APA and beyond. The profound dedication to justice and equity woven throughout his research, teaching, and administrative responsibilities continues to inspire colleagues and students alike, both within his immediate circle and throughout the broader psychological community. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

The Psi Chi/APA Edwin B. Newman Graduate Research Award is given jointly by APA and Psi Chi for the best paper published or presented by a graduate student at the APA or Psi Chi convention or at any regional or state psychological association meeting held between January 1 and December 31 of the previous calendar year. This award is given to Khushboo S. Patel for an exceptional research article titled, 'Children's Beliefs About Black and White Men's and Women's Scientific Knowledge: An Intersectional Approach.' The research for the article was conducted at the University of Louisville, with faculty research advisor Judith Danovitch. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

The Awards for Distinguished Scientific Contributions are presented to persons who, in the opinion of the Committee on Scientific Awards, have made distinguished theoretical or empirical contributions to basic research in psychology. The 2025 recipients of the APA Distinguished Scientific Contribution Awards were recognized by the 2024 Board of Scientific Affairs and selected by the 2024 Committee on Scientific Awards. Arie Kruglanski brought motivation back into psychology and changed the way we understand the most basic phenomena in our discipline. First, he showed that motivation (not just cognition) plays a key role in judgment and decision making, causal attributions, persuasion, and impression formation. He then developed goal-systems theory to capture the architecture of motivational processes: How are goals adopted, organized, and pursued to meet people's needs? The theory is breathtaking in its scope and utility, helping us understand, for example, the roots of extremism and the motivations behind it. No wonder his contributions continue to transform fields within and beyond psychology. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

Following mention of the features of interfering anxiety in youth, the several treatment components supported by evidence are considered. The findings from three sample randomized clinical trials are summarized, and related findings on effectiveness, moderators, mediators, follow-ups, functional outcomes, and computer-assisted and telehealth efforts are identified. Implementing an empirically supported treatment is a therapist's choice, and the therapist's mental processes that may inform and misinform related decisions are discussed. Toward successful implementation, consideration is given to implementations that follow "flexibility within fidelity." A reasonable take-home message is offered, along with notions about the next needed studies.

The APA/APAGS Award for Distinguished Graduate Student in Professional Psychology is awarded on an annual basis by the APA Board of Professional Affairs and the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS) to a graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding practice and application of psychology. Andy Torres, a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, was selected for the APA Distinguished Graduate Student in Professional Psychology award because he has a passion for serving the underserved and vulnerable populations through psychological science, practice, and advocacy. As a fourth-year student, he has an impressive publication record including 27 research articles highlighting culturally adapted treatments like DBT, trauma, migration, and community-based interventions. His commitment to cross-cultural mental health has led to innovative partnerships that bridge research and practice, especially within Latinx communities. His work reflects a passion for science and social justice, and this award is well deserved. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

This article describes one psychologist's path of advancing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer psychology in the public interest by conducting research and advocacy relevant to policy, practice, and community. Scholarship on mental health services, training law enforcement, targeting internalized stigma, and bisexuality inform insights. Recommendations are made regarding intervention research, strengths-based approaches, cultivating connection, application of creativity, and encouragement. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

While performance on number-line estimation tasks strongly predicts mathematical achievement, the underlying reasons for this connection are heavily debated. The current research represents an adversarial collaboration, whereby researchers on opposite sides of the number-line estimation debate present a new model, nlFit, that predicts number-line estimates by building from ordinality toward linearity. It incorporates the ability to differentiate number labels (number sensitivity), knowledge of the ordinal relation between those number labels (ordinality), and knowledge of the magnitude of the difference between numbers (linearity). To test the nlFit model, we reanalyzed published data from two labs on either side of the number-line estimation debate. The nlFit model accurately predicted (a) targets estimated across various numerical ranges, (b) participants who estimate numbers on bounded and unbounded number lines, (c) to-be-estimated numbers that are sampled equally across the numerical range versus smaller numbers that are oversampled, and (d) estimates made after participants received feedback about the location of a subjective reference point on the number line (e.g., 500 is the midpoint of the 0-1,000 range). The model fits the responses of children of various ages and adults. We are calling to action members of the math cognition community to test the boundaries of the nlFit model. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

This award is given to individuals who have made sustained and enduring contributions to international cooperation and the advancement of knowledge in psychology. The 2025 recipient of the APA Award for Distinguished Contributions to the International Advancement of Psychology was selected by the Board of Directors as recommended by the 2024 Committee for Global Psychology. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).

The award is intended to recognize outstanding independent practitioners in psychology. Rhalf Jayson Ferrer Guanco is recognized for his commitment to making mental health care more accessible and effective, particularly in underserved communities across the Philippines and Southeast Asia. His independent practice stands out for its integrative and holistic approach, combining clinical expertise, evidence-based psychological interventions, and culturally sensitive practices. He emphasizes the connection between the mind, body, and soul, ensuring that individuals receive care that fully nurtures their overall well-being. This approach enables him to address psychological concerns, encourage resilience, and nurture spiritual renewal, solidifying a foundation for lasting hope and healing. As a consultant clinical and developmental psychologist at the Adventist University of the Philippines Center for Psychological Services in Cavite and Sinag Psychological Services in Palawan, Guanco provides compassionate psychological care, especially to marginalized and vulnerable populations. Beyond his clinical work, he has reached diverse communities through outreach programs and medical missions. Recognizing the scarcity of mental health resources in Southeast Asia, and with the support of the health director, Lalaine Alfanoso, he spearheaded several initiatives under the Southern Asia-Pacific Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church-Adventist Mental Health Association. Under his leadership, his team developed mental health strategies for 15 countries, training professionals and strengthening psychological support in churches, schools, hospitals, and local communities. His advocacy continues to expand psychological services and empower future psychology practitioners. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).