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We are seeking an individual whose training and research in- include: teaching and interdisciplinary approach to FESSOR DEVELOPMENTAL PRO- volves core issues in developmental psychology, a strong grounding in developmental theory, cuttingedge methods, and who also has the ability to foster collaborations with other areas in psychology. Application review will begin November 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, send a statement of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, three reprints or preprints, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation to: Developmental Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Box 351525, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195-1525. We encourage submission of application materials via email at: psysrch2@uw.edu, but all materials must also be received in hard copy. Ph.D. is required by date of appointment. The University of Washington is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University is building a diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE OF PSYCHOLOGY: The Department of Psychology expects to fill one full-time tenure-track assistant or associate professor position in the area of child clinical psychology. Area of research and clinical specialization within child clinical are open but we seek candidates who support our collaborative, interdisciplinary search and instruction. Applicants are expected to have an excellent publication record, strong promise for the receipt of extramural funding, and demonstrated teaching effectiveness. Duties will include: teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate els, clinical training at the graduate level, research, and service. We are seeking an individual who has been trained in the scientist-practitioner model and who adopts a developmental perspective in his or her research, teaching, and clinical training. We are particularly interested EARLY CAREER PSYCHOLOGIS TS Self-care is an ethical imperative for ECPs Too few early career psychologists recognize the stress they are under and the need to make self-care a priority, said speakers at APA’s 2011 Annual Convention. Here’s some advice on how to establish a self-care lifestyle.—Page 12 118 and graduate levapproach to re- FESSOR CHILD CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY—UNIVERSITY WASHINGTON, DEPARTMENT PROOF is filled. To apply, send a detailed statement of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, three reprints or preprints, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation to: Child Clinical Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Box 351525, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 981951525. 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Responsibilities include: teaching introductory psychology, statistics or research methods, courses in one’s specific areas of expertise, and supervising student theses; maintaining a program of peer-reviewed scholarly work that can involve undergraduate students; and participating in academic advising and faculty governance. Ph.D. or international equivalent required. Whitman College wishes to reinforce its commitment to enhance diversity, broadly defined, recognizing that to provide a diverse learning environment is to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. 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ASSISTANT Action PROFESSOR OF WISCONSIN COGNITIVE URE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITIONS: The Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater invites applications for two tenuretrack positions, one in cognitive science and one in health psychology. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or ABD in psychology or closely related field. Cognitive science: Duties will include: developing introductory undergraduate courses in the cognitive sciences, teaching courses in research methods and possibly introductory psychology, and involving undergraduates a cognitive science research program. An emphasis on biological mechanisms of cognitive processes is preferred. 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Applicants should send a letter of application, brief statements of teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, representative reprints, copies of all graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendations to: Meg Waraczynski, Ph.D., Chair, Cognitive Science Search Committee or Heather Nie- MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • OCTOBER 2011 in in HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY; SCIENCE AND TEN- apply, go to: https://whitmanhr. simplehire.com/, click “Faculty” and select “assistant professor of psychology.” The online position description includes specific instructions on submission of the following materials: letter of application; curriculum vitae; three letters of reference; statement addressing the candidate’s teaching interests and scholarly agenda; undergraduate and graduate transcripts; teaching evaluations or other evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction. 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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - October 2011

Monitor on Psychology - October 2011
President’s Column
Subtle and stunning slights
Contents
From the CEO
Live science on the showroom floor
Zimbardo re-examines his landmark study
Ready, set, mentor
Attention students and ECPs: Self-care is an ‘ethical imperative’
Suicide risk is high among war veterans in college, study finds
Psychotherapy is effective and here’s why
From toilet to tap: getting people to drink recycled water
What’s ahead for psychology practice?
A push for more accountability is changing the accreditation process
Peer, parental support prove key to fighting childhood obesity
Popular media’s message to girls
Bullying may contribute to lower test scores
A consequence of cuckoldry: More (and better) sex?
Manatees’ exquisite sense of touch may lead them into dangerous waters
Building a better tomato
How will China’s only children care for their aging parents?
‘Spice’ and ‘K2’: New drugs of abuse now on the market
Many suspects don’t understand their right to remain silent
In Brief
Boosting minority achievement
Where’s the progress?
And social justice for all
Helping new Americans find their way
Segregation’s ongoing legacy
A new way to combat prejudice
Retraining the biased brain
Suppressing the ‘white bears’
How to eat better — mindlessly
Protect your aging brain
Must babies always breed marital discontent?
Outing addiction
Flourish 2051
The danger of stimulants
Keys to making integrated care work
Is technology ruining our kids?
Facebook: Friend or foe?
The promise of Web 3.0
NIMH invests in IT enhanced interventions
Science Directions
Science Directions
PsycAdvocates work to safeguard key programs
The psychology of spending cuts
APA’s strategic plan goes live
Visionary leaders
Bravo!
Vote on bylaws amendments

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