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Call for Comments: APA Resolution on Bullying Among Children and Youth 2026

The Committee on Children, Youth and Families (CYF) is pleased to submit a revised version of APA’s Resolution on Bullying Among Children and Youth for public comment. The original resolution was developed by CYF and adopted by the APA Council of Representatives in 2004. As part of its ongoing policy evaluation, CYF identified the need for substantial updates to both the language and content to reflect current scientific understanding and the evolving landscape of bullying among youth.

The proposed revision updates the resolution to reflect current scientific research, incorporate contemporary terminology, and address emerging forms of bullying and victimization affecting children and youth, including those occurring in digital environments. The revised resolution is intended to strengthen APA’s advocacy efforts and advance the research, dissemination, and implementation of evidence-based prevention, assessment, and intervention strategies that mitigate the psychological, social, academic, and developmental impacts of bullying and promote safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for all children and adolescents.

The document is available for a thirty (30) day period of public review and comment. We invite you to review the draft and share your feedback through the APA comment portal by September 21, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

Call for Comments: Resolution on Psychological Issues Related to Child Maltreatment

The Committee on Children, Youth and Families (CYF) is pleased to submit a revised version of the Resolution on Psychological Issues Related to Child Maltreatment for public comment. The original resolution was developed by CYF and adopted by the APA Council of Representatives in 1991. Following a comprehensive review, CYF updated the resolution to reflect current scientific evidence, contemporary terminology, and advances in understanding the prevalence, risk and protective factors, prevention, assessment, and impacts of child maltreatment.

The proposed revision incorporates current research on child abuse, neglect, and psychological maltreatment; highlights the role of resilience and protective factors; addresses issues affecting children involved with child welfare systems; and emphasizes evidence-based approaches to prevention, screening, intervention, and recovery. The revised resolution is intended to strengthen APA's advocacy and support efforts to promote safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children and families while reducing the harmful effects of maltreatment across the lifespan.

The document is available for a thirty (30) day period of public review and comment. We invite you to review the draft and share your feedback through the APA comment portal by October 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

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