About us
Div. 7 provides a professional home for developmental psychologists. By supporting research and the academic and professional growth of students, early career psychologists and seasoned professionals, Div. 7 advances the understanding of human development in both applied and public policy settings.
Membership
Make the most of your Div. 7 membership and explore member benefits.
Stay in touch with your colleagues and other members by subscribing to our email list.
Our newsletter offers information about research, awards, and news.
Join the mentoring program (PDF, 65KB)
Div. 7 connects students and early career psychologists with experts.
Great leaders
Div. 7 honors leaders in the field who have passed as well as the innovations of current leaders.
Developmental psychology news and events
G. Stanley Hall Award name change (PDF, 207KB)
In light of current efforts to eradicate systemic racism and strive for social justice, in a unanimous Executive Committee decision, we have changed the name of the G. Stanley Hall award to the Award for Distinguished Contributions to Developmental Psychology.
For APA's 2022 annual convention, to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the division will feature symposia, poster sessions and more.
Learn more about a volunteer opportunity to mentor graduate students in Africa.
Div. 7 strives to keep its members updated about current events, latest research findings, and achievements of developmental scientists. The division also shares events such as conventions, conferences, and meetings relevant to division members and developmental psychologists.
Publications
This resource, an ongoing collaboration of the Consortium for Science-Based Information on Children, Youth and Families, promotes healthy child and family development by highlighting science-based information for those who care for or work with children.
This blog focuses on research into cognitive, social, and emotional development, and family dynamics, as well as the transformation of this research into policy and practice.
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Connect with researchers, learn about upcoming events, discover opportunities and more.
Additional information
Student and early career resources
To assist students and early career psychologists interested in developmental psychology, Div. 7 maintains information about graduate programs, job lists, and more.
Leadership resources
Div. 7 provides minutes from past Executive Committee meetings for division leader's reference: 2021 Executive Committee minutes (PDF, 796KB)
Learn more
To learn more about the division and developmental psychology, please explore the division’s about page.
Contact
For all other questions and comments, please contact Div. 7.