APF At Home: Fireside Chat with Shinobu Kitayama, PhD

Shinobu Kitayama, PhD, is a 2024 recipient of the American Psychological Foundation Gold Medal Award for Impact in Psychology. He is joined by APF President Dr. Melba Vasquez for this Fireside chat.

Dr. Shinobu Kitayama is recognized for his groundbreaking research in cultural psychology and neuroscience. Dr. Kitayama has significantly advanced the understanding of the self, psychological and neural processes, and culture. His pioneering work challenges conventional assumptions of universal cognition, revealing how culture intricately shapes the brain, behavior, and well-being. Dr. Kitayama’s contributions extend beyond academia, emphasizing the significance of cultural congruence and competence in diverse realms, including international aid programs, healthcare, and responses to public health crises. He has opened new avenues for understanding human cognition and behavior and underscored the importance of cultural competence in addressing contemporary challenges.