I think that APA is going to have find a far stronger magic to
use if it is going to take on Voldemort. As well as dealing
with Voldemort's supporters in its own ranks.
-Mike Palij
New York University
m...@nyu.edu
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Subject: [DIV52] FW: APA Immigration statement (please share)
Subject: APA Voices Concern Over Trump Administration's Restrictions On
Refugees
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Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017
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TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ORDERS POSE HARM TO REFUGEES,
IMMIGRANTS, ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE, ACCORDING TO
PSYCHOLOGISTS
APA asks president to consider impact on families, students
and researchers
WASHINGTON - While safeguarding the nation from terrorist
entry is of critical national importance, the Trump administration’s proposed
restrictions on refugees and other visitors are likely to compound the stress
and trauma already experienced by populations at risk for discrimination, limit
scientific progress and increase stigma, according to the American
Psychological Association.
APA voiced concern regarding the executive order issued
Jan. 27 that suspends all refugee admissions for 120 days, more than halves to
50,000 the number of refugees to be admitted in 2017, indefinitely blocks all
refugees from Syria, and bars entry for 90 days to individuals from seven
Muslim-majority countries.
“Refugees, particularly those displaced from war zones,
experience stress, trauma and other serious mental health problems,” said APA
President Antonio E. Puente, PhD. “Denying them entry to the United States,
particularly those who have already been vetted, is inhumane and likely to
worsen their suffering. This conclusion is based on extensive research and
clinical experience, as well as my own personal past.”
Such policies can lead to a perception of reduced freedom,
safety and social connection for those directly affected, as well as for
society at large. APA urged the administration also to consider the importance
of allowing international students and psychologists with proper documentation
to enter the United States. The restrictions to entry will prevent many
international students and scientists from studying, working or attending
conferences in the United States, curbing the nation’s ability to benefit from
global scientific talent, according to APA. They will also impede the
international engagement of scientists living in this country who are not U.S.
citizens.
APA also took exception to an executive order issued on
Jan. 25 that would make it easier to deport immigrants. Research has documented
serious mental health consequences for immigrant children and/or their parents
who have been forced to leave the United States, which may magnify earlier
trauma experienced in or upon fleeing their country of origin. Sudden and
unexpected family separation is associated with negative outcomes on child
well-being that can last well into adulthood.
The president’s executive order on immigration could lead
to expanding family detention centers, according to APA.Immigration detainees
are more vulnerable to psychological stress, compared to those in the
community. The longer the detention period, the greater the risk of depression
and other mental health symptoms for immigrants who were previously exposed to
interpersonal trauma.
“The United States has historically served as a safe haven
for the world’s refugees and a destination for those interested in the
educational and employment opportunities that our nation offers, as it did for
me,” Puente said. “We must strive to develop ways to secure our borders from
those very few who wish to harm us while continuing to welcome others who come
to our shores in peace.”
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creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit
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