Welcome to the website of the Society for the History of Psychology (SHP), Division 26 of the American Psychological Association (APA). We are an international organization of scholars, teachers, and members whose interests and scholarship are concerned with understanding the historical events and important people who have shaped the development of psychological thought and practice.
My 2019 central presidential initiative focuses on a critical history of the present. I would like to see our division use critical history to understand pressing contemporary issues and topics in psychology and in society.
What can history tell us about the shape, subject matter, controversies, and trends in contemporary psychology? Examples include: ethics, methodological controversies, and changes in professional licensing, training, and practice.What can critical history of psychology tell us about pressing social issues such as racial profiling, political divisiveness, and the environment?
The SHP Listserv is now on Google Groups. Contribute to discussions connected to researching and teaching the history of psychology while also getting the latest updates related to SHP.
The SHP Facebook Page features news, updates, and events relevant to the history of psychology. A great resource for researchers, instructors, and students alike. Follow us and join the discussion!
