About Us.
Who are we?
The American Psychopathological Association (APPA), founded in 1910 (historical material on the founding of the APPA is available here), is one of the oldest organizations focused on research in psychopathology in North America. The APPA is devoted to the scientific investigation of disordered human behavior and its biological and psychosocial substrates. It seeks to identify future directions in psychopathology research through the sponsorship of an annual conference that features leading and cutting-edge presentations on a specific research topic.
This annual conference provides a unique opportunity to learn about, discuss, and debate upcoming and cutting-edge issues. The APPA annual conference strives to serve a diverse community of mental health researchers and clinicians at all career stages.
The annual conference is held from the first Thursday-to-Saturday of March. APPA provides a forum for high-level professional and social contact between established investigators, early career researchers, interested clinicians, and trainees. Special registration rates are available for students attending the meeting.
The APPA is governed by a constitution, most recently amended in 2021, to address the changing needs of the Association