Dr. Katherine Nordal
I am the executive director of professional practice at the American Psychological Association. But before coming to APA in 2008, I was a practicing psychologist in Vicksburg, Mississippi, for more than 30 years. I treated adults, children, teens and families in a number of areas, including stress-related disorders. My other interests include learning, behavioral and emotional disorders in children and teens, neuropsychological assessment, brain injury in children and adults, and civil forensic psychology.
Posted on September 15th, 2010
When a child appears to have a mood or behavioral problem, it’s a big concern for parents and family. Another big worry for parents is how to best help the child. Providing children with medication isn’t anything new. But a recent story in the New York Times put the spotlight on the practice of prescribing antipsychotics to very young children – a decision questioned by readers, parents and medical professionals alike.
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Posted on June 24th, 2010
When the mental health parity act passed in 2008, we all did a little victory dance. The new law meant improved and fairer coverage for those who use their benefits for mental and behavioral health treatments. At the American Psychological Association, we celebrated the victory, excited with what was accomplished. Parity isn’t just about money and care – it also helps eliminate the shame and stigma that many people feel when they get care for their emotional well-being.
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Posted on June 14th, 2010
June is Men’s Health Month, and this week (June 14-20) marks National Men’s Health Week, a time leading up to Father’s Day that brings attention to men’s health. We’re dedicating this week’s posts to men and fathers to help bring awareness their health concerns and celebrate the contributions of dads.
Filed under: Chronic Illness & Disease Management, Parenting, Stress | 1 Comment »
