In May 1997, I was privileged to receive a Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of New Hampshire. While my career since that point has gone in various directions, I definitely consider ...
In an era defined by rapidly unfolding crises, wars rage in real time, democratic rights are challenged, and deepening social divides surface daily. Whether distant or close to home, today’s news ...
This program was updated from an MA in General Psychology to an MS in Psychological Research in Fall 2024. Students in the Psychological Research program can create individual programs in conjunction ...
F ifteen years ago, social psychology was in its pomp. It was the hottest thing in the social sciences, ubiquitous in TED Talks and on best-seller lists. Tiny, targeted, and experimentally tested ...
As social media becomes a central part of young people's lives, concerns are growing about its impact on their mental health.
The psychology of individuals often described as “born leaders” suggests their influence is not by chance, but shaped by a ...
Moral psychology and social epistemology study how people think, decide and learn together. This research area explores how moral judgment works, how beliefs are formed and influenced and how ...
Advice and guidance on how to quit smoking with counseling and rewards/payments (financial rewards) for staying smoke-free probably increase the number of women who stop smoking during pregnancy; and ...
Social psychology is an interdisciplinary field that examines how the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours of individuals are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others. It seeks ...