Media Referral Service

The APS connects journalists everyday with APS psychologists who are experienced in media relations. The media referral service features more than 200 APS psychologists from universities, government and non-government agencies, consulting firms, and private practices. These psychologists add psychological insight into popular culture and trends, and provide psychological expertise on human behaviour and relationships, as gained from evidence-based research and people's experiences.

If you are a journalist and would like to be put in touch with an APS psychologist, please call +61 3 8662 3300 or email media@psychology.org.au.

If you are an APS member and would like to be involved in this service, please contact the APS on (03) 8662 3300. You will need to complete a media referral nomination form before being added to our database.

If you are a student: we regret that due to the volume of enquiries we receive, we are unable to provide contacts for students of journalism, or for university publications. 

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Resources for the media

Information sheets on common reasons to see a psychologist

Information sheets are available on common reasons why people see a psychologist, such as relationship problems and depression. They outline causes, symptoms and treatments in an easy-to-understand format for the public and other health professionals. View details

Tip sheets

Tip Sheets are a great media resource and are written to inform clients about a range of common psychological issues and how psychologists can help. Please contact the APS on (03) 8662 3300 or media@psychology.org.au for Tip Sheets on the following topics:

  • Alcohol and other drugs
  • Communicating about Violence, Peace and Social Justice
  • Lifestyle Factors Impacting upon Medical Conditions
  • Managing Traumatic Stress Symptoms and Stressful Events
  • Relationship Problems and Solutions
  • Sexual Orientation and Homosexuality
  • Understanding and Managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children
  • Understanding and Managing Depression
  • Understanding and Managing Eating Disorders
  • Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Young People

Psychosocial Impact Statements

These statements outline the APS position on a range of topical issues. Please contact the APS on (03) 8662 3300 or media@psychology.org.au for the following position statements:

  • Considerations for Psychologists Providing Services on the Internet
  • Guidelines for the Measurement of Psychological Impairment in Matters of Civil Litigation
  • Media Portrayals of Crime
  • Reparative Therapy-Sexuality
  • Reporting Results from IQ Assessments
  • Representation of Ethnic Groups in the Media
  • Sexual Orientation
  • The Effects of Violent Media on Children

Position papers

These papers explore and review research on contemporary social issues and are produced under the auspices of the Manager of Psychology in the Public Interest. Please contact the APS on (03) 8662 3300 or media@psychology.org.au for information on the following:

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children
  • The psychological aspects of successful ageing
  • Euthanasia and the Terminally Ill
  • Gambling Behaviour
  • Media Representations and Responsibilities
  • Punishment and Behaviour Change
  • Racism and Prejudice
  • Substance Use
  • Suicide
  • Work and Unemployment

Code of Ethics

The APS Code of Ethics outlines the principles of professional conduct, responsibilities, and confidentiality by which APS members are required to abide. The Code was developed to safeguard the welfare of clients and the integrity of the profession. Download the Code of Ethics and other related information from our Ethics section.

Journals

The APS publishes The Australian Journal of Psychology, a highly respected source of topical scientific information and research, covering a variety of subjects, including book reviews. The APS also publishes The Australian Psychologist, a journal recognised for its material on applied and professional psychology. Read more about Journals.

Further information

For copies or further information about any of these media resources, please contact media@psychology.org.au.

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