Drs. Katherine Rawson and John Dunlosky conduct a study on children's learning strategies. Dr. Rawson was awarded a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers from President Obama for this research.
Dr. John Gunstad observes a participant in a study of attention and driving performance.
A graduate student in the Child & Adolescent program conducts a developmental assessment
Dr. Manfred van Dulmen examines the role of romantic relationships in adolescent development.
Dr. John Updegraff's work identifies communication strategies that promote healthy behaviors.
Dr. David Riccio and Stephen Fountain use animal models to understand the processes of learning and memory.
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Psychology Professor Addresses Hoarding Disorder at Kent State Event
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Longtime Kent State Professor David C. Riccio Honored by Former Students and Colleagues
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Longtime Kent State Professor David C. Riccio to be Honored by Former Students and Colleagues, May 19-21
Kent State University Professor David C. Riccio just wrapped up his 46th year as a faculty member in the university’s psychology department, and he has no plans of calling it quits anytime soon. From May 19 to May 21, Kent State’s Department of Psychology is hosting a Festschrift to recognize Riccio’s life’s work and service to the university with a scientific meeting and a reception.
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Save the Date for Festschrift Honoring Professor David C. Riccio, May 19-21
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Weight Loss Improves Memory, According to Kent State Researcher
John Gunstad, an associate professor in Kent State University’s Department of Psychology, and a team of researchers have discovered a link between weight loss and improved memory and concentration. The study shows that bariatric surgery patients exhibited improved memory function 12 weeks after their operations.
Dr. Aaron Jasnow is joining the faculty in Summer 2011. Dr. Jasnow received his Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience Psychology from Georgia State University in 2002. For more information, please go to the Department Website.
Dr. Christopher Flessner is joining the faculty in Fall 2011. Dr. Flessner received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2008.
Dr. Amy Sato is joining the faculty in Spring 2012. Dr. Sato received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2009.