Established in 2011 as the 14th division of the Korean Psychological Association, the Korean Coaching Psychology Association (KCPA) is an academic research organization with over 1,500 members as of December 2023. Coaching, which began in the late 20th century, is a rapidly growing field aimed at helping normal individuals achieve goals, solve problems, and foster personal growth. The primary goal of coaching is 'human change,' and psychologists have applied well-established psychological theories on human development and behavior change to enhance its effectiveness. The field of 'Coaching Psychology' was officially recognized in 2000 at the University of Sydney, Australia.
The Mental Health Foundation is the UK’s leading charity for mental health. It provides expert advice and support for anyone affected by mental health issues and focuses on preventing mental health problems through research, education, and campaigning.
The Korean Developmental Psychology Association (KDPA), founded in September 1975 as the fifth branch of the Korean Psychological Association, celebrates its 48th anniversary in 2023 with over 1,500 active members. KDPA has led psychological research on human development in Korea and established expert training programs to apply developmental psychology knowledge in the field. This growth is attributed to the dedication and passion of its members and leadership.
The Psychonomic Society is an international community of cognitive psychologists dedicated to the experimental study of cognition, encompassing areas such as memory, learning, problem-solving, decision-making, language, attention, and perception.