The American Psychiatric Associationapais A Prominent Medical Specialty Society Founded In 1844Representing Nearly 40 500 Physician Members In The U Sand Internationallythe Organization Focuses On The Diagnosis And Treatment Of Mental And Emotional Illnessesincluding Substance Use Disordersheadquartered In Washingtond C The Apa S Membership Spans Over 100 Countriesreflecting Its Commitment To Diverse Patient Care The Apa S Mission Is To Promote High Quality Care For Individuals With Mental Disorders And Their Familiesit Advocates For Psychiatrists And Their Patientssupports Psychiatric Education Through Continuing Medical Educationcmecoursesand Promotes Research Initiatives Like The Practice Research Networkthe Apa Publishes Essential Materialsincluding Thediagnostic And Statistical Manual Of Mental Disorders Dsmand Hosts An Annual Meeting For Professionals To Exchange Knowledge In Psychiatry
