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Mitch Prinstein

@mitchprinstein.bsky.social

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Father, husband, and psychology professor (clinical/developmental). Co-director of UNC Winston Center for Technology and the Developing Mind. Chief science officer at American Psychological Association

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Dec 13

So excited! A donor has made The Portable Mentor totally and completely FREE for anyone!!!!!! No royalties, no sign up, just download any/all of the 30 chapters of professional development advice!!! HOORAY!!!!! Equal access for everyone!!!!

Check out the ToC!
www.cambridge.org/core/books/p...

The Portable Mentor

Cambridge Core - Psychiatry - The Portable Mentor

www.cambridge.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · 8d

As things start to wind down for me at APA, I'm proud of the growth in the focus on science.....and also a growth in scientists at APA! In 2025, APA members include over 30,000 scientists who are actively contributing to the research literature. YAY!

Learn more: www.apa.org/science/abou...

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Jun 29

I dare you to read this and defend these cuts to science: projects.propublica.org/nih-cuts-res...

Shattered Science: The Research Lost as Trump Targets NIH Funding

The Trump administration cut research funding that sought cures for future pandemics, examined the causes of dementia and tried to prevent HIV transmission. More than 150 researchers shared with ProPu...

projects.propublica.org

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Jun 5

Think social media may have gotten a little out of control?

AI is just getting started!

APA has a new AI Health Advisory urging folks to put adolescent wellbeing first!

Hear more about it here from NPR All Things Considered in 2 min: www.npr.org/2025/06/04/n...

A new health advisory calls on AI developers to protect young people

A new report by the American Psychological Association calls on AI developers to build in features to protect the mental health of teen and young adults.

www.npr.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Jun 3

Look at these cuts that will devastate med/behavioral health research, severely limit mental health services, & end educational programming.
YOU help STOP these cuts by flooding Congress using the link below.
This is for ANYONE to do, so please spread the word!!
www.votervoice.net/APAAdvocacy/...

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · May 21

I went to APA to improve, promote, and apply psychological science, and I am proud of the progress we made, thanks in large part of the amazing team I got to work with! Thanks for the honor of serving and thanks for all of the support I have felt from my psychology community for these years!

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · May 21

I have decided to leave APA at the end of my term. Ultimately, with my kids getting older, and me becoming progressively less cool by the minute, I chose to spend time with them while they would still allow it, and to return to UNC to preserve my tenure.

digital.apa.org/releases/pri...

PRINSTEIN TO LEAVE APA POST AT YEAR-END, RETURNING TO ACADEMIA

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · May 8

APA leads a coalition of 76 organizations fighting for science and health! Check it out!!!
unitedsciencealliance.org/united-call-...

United Call for Transparency: Federal Agency Reorganizations

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 30

At SRCD pre conference. Where are all the international people??? So much news on cutting funding and how it indeed hurts science. But creating a climate that stifles scholarly discourse hurts science too!

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 25

If you believe in truth, then you believe in the science of misinformation!!!! APA's statement here:

updates.apaservices.org/misinformation

Update on NSF Funding Cuts for Misinformation Research

NSF's termination of misinformation research grants has concerning implications for psychological science, practice, public health, and education.

updates.apaservices.org

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 24

More statements from APA fighting for science!
updates.apaservices.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 20

Statement from APA re/autism and what the science really says: updates.apaservices.org/autism

Addressing Recent Misinformation About Autism

Recent statements from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. contradict scientific consensus and potentially threaten essential research, services, and supports for autistic people.

updates.apaservices.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 18

NIH is being reorganized and congress is doing nothing. I will remember next November…

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 9

Half of all US counties will lose at least $250K in revenue!
Cuts to NIH affect ALL americans! Check out this new analysis and look up your county here:
www.axios.com/2025/04/09/n...

A closer look at the nationwide impact of NIH cuts

Nearly half of U.S. counties will see economic losses of at least $250,000 from cuts to indirect funding by the National Institutes of Health.

www.axios.com

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Apr 8

Accreditation is independent from APA.

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 22

The research grants canceled this week will stop treatments in rural communities, will stop the study of cures for conditions that affect all people, and will take away jobs from lower and middle class folks who live in “red” states. Period.

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 18

Today You Tube announced a new initiative......based on psych science and a report with APA!!!! Hooray!!

YouTube and industry leaders announce the Youth Digital Wellbeing Initiative
blog.youtube/news-and-eve...

YouTube and industry leaders announce the Youth Digital Wellbeing Initiative

Over a dozen global partners are coming together to support the development of high-quality, age-appropriate content for young people.

blog.youtube

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 18

ceoallianceformentalhealth.org/nations-ment...

Nation’s Mental Health Leaders Express Concern About Proposed Cuts to SAMHSA - CEO Alliance for Mental Health

The CEO Alliance for Mental Health – a coalition of CEOs from the nation’s leading organizations dedicated to improving the lives of people living with mental health and substance use conditions – rel...

ceoallianceformentalhealth.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 17

Everything you need to understand and combat what is happening in Washington DC: updates.apaservices.org

Updated constantly to combat misinformation and help you know what you can do, all from advocacy professionals at APA!

APA/APASI Response Center: Policy Changes & Advocacy Updates

Stay informed about APA/APASI's response to recent federal policy changes affecting psychology. Find resources, share your story, and learn how to advocate for scientific integrity.

updates.apaservices.org

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 13

Just spent two days in London. Upon hearing my accent, 100% of people started talking about Trump and how the entire world has a negative impression of him and the US now. Never had this experience on any trip abroad before. Do folks in America know how poorly he is regarded across the globe?

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Mar 3

should be up there now (or soon). Thanks!

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Feb 26

Here’s what’s needed:
Describe how loss of NIH funds is not just affecting the campus, but how does it affect “main street” in your town/community. How does funding affect employment, health care, services, etc off campus? Tell your local and state leaders and/or tag them here!

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Feb 21

Troubling:
Congresspeople say they are NOT hearing from academics, or university administrators.
PLEASE SPEAK UP!
Oppose these budget cuts to research, health, student loans!
www.votervoice.net/APAAdvocacy/...
Tell others to do the same!

Tell Congress Today: Reject Budget Resolution that Will Harm the Nation’s Health

Please take 2 minutes today to ask your officials to oppose the proposed $3 trillion in federal budget cuts. If Congress moves forward with its current proposed budget resolution, these cuts will...

www.votervoice.net

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Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Feb 19

i believe they are working on roll out now.... thanks!

Mitch Prinstein @mitchprinstein.bsky.social · Feb 13

Working on it. One step at a time….

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