The role that psychologists and the American Psychological Association (APA) have played in the context of detainee abuse and torture is a pressing concern for the profession of psychology and for everyone committed to human rights.
There are now many excellent resources available for those interested in learning more and taking action–including carefully researched articles and books, exceptional documentaries, and an increasing number of publicly available official documents.
My 10-minute video above–“No Place to Hide: Torture, Psychologists, and the APA”–provides a brief, timely overview of what has unfolded over the past several years and where things stand today. I extend my thanks to colleagues who have shared their insights and expertise with me.
The video is also available on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o84RE-9023U.
June 18, 2009 at 11:35 pm
Many thanks for your good work!
September 13, 2009 at 5:19 pm
Hi Roy,
I’ve just watched the You tube video on the above and I am shocked and sickened by the role psychologists have played in Guantanamo. Thanks for your good work and keep up the pressure.
Cheers.
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