Current Research Initiatives
The Cultural Psychology Lab is engaged in research that explores how cultural and societal contexts shape psychological development and well-being.
Cultural Fit and Psychological Adjustment
This project investigates how alignment or misalignment between individuals and their cultural environments affects motivation, identity development and mental health. Research examines how cultural expectations influence feelings of belonging and personal agency.
Cultural Views on Mental Health and Loneliness
This line of inquiry explores how cultural norms influence how lay people and experts think about, and create a discourse around, mental illness, developmental disorders, and loneliness.
Marginalization and Social Exclusion
This project explores the psychological impact of marginalization in rapidly changing social contexts. Studies examine how experiences of exclusion shape emotional processes, self-concept and long-term well-being.
Globalization and Changing Cultural Norms
This line of inquiry examines how globalization and modernization alter traditional cultural values and social structures. Research focuses on how these changes affect motivation, family relationships and community connection.