Tag: psychology
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Sam Maglio, University of Toronto – The Pursuit of Happiness
How are you pursuing happiness? Sam Maglio, Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Department of Management at the University of Toronto Scarborough, says most people are thinking of happiness in the wrong way. Sam Maglio is an Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Department of Management at the University of Toronto Scarborough, with a cross-appointment…
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James Shepperd, University of Florida – Understanding the Gun Divide in America
Why is the gun divide so sharp in our country? James Shepperd, professor of psychology at the University of Florida, looks at one of the dividing lines and how both sides are actually concerned with the same thing. My research expertise is in the area of Self and Self-processes. I am particularly interested in people’s…
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Jason Corey, University of Michigan – Favorite Songs
How many times have you listened to your favorite song? Jason Corey, associate professor of music at the University of Michigan, examines why people can keep listening to same song over and over. Jason Corey teaches courses in sound recording, timbral ear training, and musical acoustics, and is active as a recording engineer focusing primarily…
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Melanie Austin, New York Institute of Technology – Social Media and Satisfaction Among Students
On New York Institute of Technology Week: To understand the use of social media by students, look at the motivation behind it. Melanie Austin, assistant professor of occupational therapy at the New York Institute of Technology, explains why some use can have a positive benefit. Melanie Austin, specializes in Health Promotion and Behavioral Health for…
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Kaitlin Woolley, Cornell University – Information Avoidance
When making a decision, do you follow your heart, or your head? Kaitlin Woolley, assistant professor of marketing at the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University, looks into how information avoidance can influence how you make your decisions. Professor Woolley studies consumer motivation and goal pursuit, with a focus on understanding what consumers…
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Phillip Zoladz, Ohio Northern University – Susceptibility for PTSD
What makes some more susceptible to PTSD? Philip Zoladz, Associate professor of psychology at Ohio Northern University, looks into this question. Phillip Zoladz, an Associate Professor of Psychology at Ohio Northern University, received his Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience from the University of South Florida in 2008. Dr. Zoladz’s expertise is in the areas of stress,…
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Marie Helweg-Larsen, Dickinson College – Hygge
As the gross national product rises, the rate of happiness in the U.S. is declining. Marie Helweg-Larsen, professor of psychology at Dickinson College, examines why Danish people are so happy and how we can emulate them. Professor Helweg-Larsen’s research is in the areas of social psychology, health psychology and cross-cultural psychology – specifically why smart…
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Edward Cohen, San Jose State University – Teaching Students about Mental Illness in Vietnam
Mental health is a big news topic in the U.S., but not in every country. Edward Cohen, professor at the school of social work at San Jose State University, explores mental health education in a foreign land. Edward Cohen, Ph.D., is Professor at the School of Social Work at San Jose State University, California, and…
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Monica Miller, Purdue University – Empathy
On Purdue University Week: Can you increase your empathy? Monica Miller, clinical associate professor at Purdue University, explores whether you’re born with it or if it’s an ability you can learn. Monica Miller, Pharm.D., M.Sc. is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, at the Purdue University College of Pharmacy and an Adjunct Assistant Professor,…
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Colleen Kirk, New York Institute of Technology – Shopper Psychological Ownership and Territoriality
How can companies avoid offending shoppers who are psychologically invested in their products? Colleen Kirk, assistant professor of marketing at New York Institute of Technology, examines the territorial behavior shoppers display when a product or place feels special to them. Colleen P. Kirk’s research centers around consumer behavior, especially in the areas of psychological ownership, emotions,…