Media Resources
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Resources for journalists, researchers, and media professionals covering space psychology, astronaut mental health, and the emerging field of space counseling.
Press Releases
July 2026
IASC Launches as the First Professional Association Dedicated to Space Counseling
The International Association for Space Counseling officially launches, bringing together mental health professionals, researchers, and space industry stakeholders to advance behavioral health in human spaceflight.
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IASC can connect journalists with subject matter experts for commentary, interviews, and background briefings on the following topics:
- Psychological challenges of long-duration spaceflight
- Crew cohesion and interpersonal dynamics on Mars missions
- Behavioral health monitoring and countermeasures
- Post-mission reintegration and readjustment
- Mental health workforce development for the space industry
- Ethical considerations in space psychology research
- The emerging field of space counseling as a profession
Brand Assets
When referencing IASC in print or digital media, please use the official name "International Association for Space Counseling" on first reference, with "IASC" acceptable on subsequent references.