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No. Only State Medical Boards have legal authority over psychologists or psychiatrists. The APA may make recommendations to state boards, but they are NOT binding, or carry any legal implications.

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Q: Does the American Psychiatric Association have any legal authority over psychologists or psychiatrists?
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