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U-M Psychology at the 2025 APA Convention Several U-M Psychology faculty, postdocs, and students will be featured at the 2025 APA Convention in Denver. Learn more here!

Jennifer Cummings, Eric Fretz, and Joshua Rabinowitz Named Teaching Professors Lecturers Jennifer Cummings, Eric Fretz, and Joshua Rabinowitz were each named Teaching Professor for their outstanding teaching and mentoring. Congratulations!

Monique Ward Wins APA Div. 7 Award for Distinguished Contributions to Developmental Psychology L. Monique Ward, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Psychology, received the prestigious award in 2025. Congratulations, Monique!

Phoebe Ellsworth Elected to the National Academy of Sciences Phoebe Ellsworth, Frank Murphy Distinguished Professor Emerita of Law and Psychology, was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 2025. Congratulations, Phoebe!

Explore Undergraduate Courses Check out the many exciting classes offered by the Department of Psychology!

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Deborah Rivas-Drake Named APA Fellow

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Study Warns Chips, Cookies May Trigger Addiction Similar to Drug Use

A new study has raised alarm over the addictive potential of ultra-processed foods like chips, cookies, and soda, warning that these popular snacks can activate brain responses similar to those seen in substance-use disorders.

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