Welcome to The Alaska Psychiatric Association

The Alaska Psychiatric Association is a district branch of the American Psychiatric Association, the largest psychiatric organization in the world. We represent psychiatric physicians across the state of Alaska, and work collectively on their behalf and on behalf of the patients they serve.

The Alaska Psychiatric Association is a district branch of the American Psychiatric Association, a medical specialty society representing more than 38,000 physician leaders in mental health.

The objectives of the Alaska Psychiatric Association are to continuously improve the ability of its members to provide quality psychiatric services to individuals and families in need. The Association also strives to promote the welfare of all those with mental illness and to foster the medically-based principles of psychiatry.

News from the American Psychiatric Association

One-third of Americans Worry About Climate Change Weekly

New data from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) reveal more than half of adults (55%) believe climate change is impacting Americans’ mental health. More than 40% of adults report personally experiencing effects on their mental health, including nearly one in five who report a significant impact. Read More...

July Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on High-Potency Cannabis Use, Teen Suicide Trends, Problematic Internet Use, and More

The latest issues of four American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services, American Journal of Psychotherapy, and Psychiatric Research and Clinical Practice) are now available online. Read more about highlights Here. 

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide APA Moore Equity Podcast Series

A new limited podcast series premiering on APA’s Medical Mind this July delves into the alarming research on youth suicide, highlighting the unique vulnerabilities and systemic barriers at-risk adolescents face. Through in-depth conversations, the series aims to provide actionable strategies for mental health professionals, social service providers, families, and young people to foster resilience, connection, and hope in the face of this growing crisis. Read More...

For more news, visit the American Psychiatric Association's Newsroom.

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