Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Psychology Colloquium Series: Dr. Greg Brown

You are cordially invited to attend the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, January 16, Dr. Greg Brown (York University) will be giving a talk titled: "To Swerve and Neglect: De-Policing Throughout Today’s Front-Line Police Work” You might know Dr. Brown from his time as doctoral student at Carleton... More

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Graduate Research Showcase: Simon Baldwin

Name: Simon Baldwin Area of Study: Forensic In what program are you currently enrolled? PhD What year of the program are you currently in? 5 Citation in APA format: Baldwin, S., Bennell, C., Andersen, J. P., Semple, T., & Jenkins, B. (2019). Stress-Activity Mapping: Physiological Responses During General Duty Police Encounters. Frontiers in... More

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Wellness Wednesday

Wellness Wednesday: The benefits of Pet Ownership "People with dogs are often perceived to be more approachable, happier and more empathetic, research shows. The presence of a dog can also serve as an indication a man is nurturing and capable of caregiving, said Dr. Helen Fisher, a senior research fellow at the Kinsey Institute... More

Monday, January 13, 2020

Academic Advising Unavailable. Tuesday, January 14.

Please note that our Undergraduate Academic Advisor will be away from the office today, Tuesday, January 14. Please email psychology@carleton.ca should you have any questions, concerns, or wish to schedule an appointment. Apologies for the... More

Thursday, January 9, 2020

Zack’s back for 2020

Our beloved therapy dog is rested and ready for the winter term! Zak will start his 2020 office hours on Friday, Jan 10 from 11:30 - 12:30 in Psychology lounge. Loeb A500A Zak has office hours on the following Fridays: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31; February 14 and 28, March... More

Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Wellness Wednesday

It’s the start of a new year and we’d like to wish the Carleton community a happy and healthy 2020. Throughout the winter term each Wednesday, faculty members from our department will share a wellness tip with you, based on their area of expertise and research. In the Department of Psychology, we want to... More

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Congratulations Taylor!

Congratulations to Taylor Carty, who defended her Master's Thesis: Validating a Measure of Client Change, under Dr. Ralph... More

Monday, December 16, 2019

Psychology’s Inaugural Let’s Talk Lecture – Jan 30, 2020

Let's Talk Day is an opportunity to join a national conversation about mental health challenges and help reduce the stigma around mental illness. To mark the commitment to raise awareness and combat stigma around mental illness, the Department of Psychology has created the Psychology Let’s Talk Lecture Series. The inaugural Psychology Let’s... More

Friday, December 13, 2019

Departmental Closures over the Holidays

Please note that the Department of Psychology will be closed on the following dates and times.  Thursday, December 19, 12:00 - 2:00pm   Monday, Dec 23, 2019 - Sunday, January 5th, 2020 (inclusive) HAPPY... More

Thursday, December 12, 2019

Departmental Closure – Dec 12, 2019

Administrative and Support Staff offices in the Department of Psychology will be closed on Dec 12 from 11:45am - 1:30pm We apologize for the... More

Monday, December 9, 2019

Student Experience Chair, Cheryl Harasymchuk, joins an episode of the popular ‘Minding the Brain’ podcast.

Dr. Davies interviews Cheryl Harasymchuk about relationships. What types of people tend to start relationships with each-other? What makes people physically attracted to each-other? Find out the answers to these questions and more, on this episode of Minding the Brain!... More

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Departmental Closure – December 5, 2019

The department will be closed from 12-2pm on Dec. 5. We apologize for any... More

Thursday, November 28, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Dallas Franklin

Dallas Franklin earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2017, and, following graduation, turned her focus to a four-week mental health placement working with local mental health organizations and institutions in Sri Lanka to bring awareness and challenge the stigma’s surrounding mental health. Dallas went on to continue her education in the... More

Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series

You are cordially invited to attend the fifth talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar/Colloquium Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, November 28th, Dr. Marc Avery will be giving a talk titled: ‘Systematic Reviews: Rationale and Methods”. Methods for evidence synthesis are rapidly evolving driven by multiple factors including... More

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Karen Roach

  Karen Roach earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology in 1995, and, following graduation, Karen went on to earn an MA in Canadian Studies (Indigenous and Northern Studies) at Carleton, graduating in 2004. Karen currently works as an Indigenous Navigator with the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) of Indigenous Services... More

Friday, November 15, 2019

Graduate Research Showcase: Kelly Wang

Citation: Wang, J., & Milyavskaya, M. (in press). Simple pleasures: How goal-aligned behaviors relate to state happiness. Motivation Science. https://doi.org/10.1037/mot0000143 We hypothesized that we are happier when we are engaging in activities that are related to our personal goals than when we are engaging in activities that are... More

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Tracy Saxton

Psychology Alumni Profile Tracy Saxton earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology in 2010, and, following graduation, successfully applied to law school. After a change of heart, Tracy decided to turn her part-time position into a full-time career right here at Carleton University. Tracy currently works as a Financial Aid Administrator in the... More

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Fall 2019 Convocation

The Fall 2019 Convocation ceremony took place on Saturday November 9, 2019. Our department had 28 graduates, 23 who received their Master of Arts, and 5 who received their Doctorate of Philosophy. Congratulations to all of our graduates, we wish you all the very best with your future endeavours!      ... More

Friday, November 8, 2019

Update: Job & Teaching Talk: Dr. Chad Danyluck

***The Teaching Talk time has been changed to 10:00am on Tuesday, November 19.  See poster below*** Faculty and grad students are invited to attend the job and teaching talks of our candidate for the tenure-track position in Indigenous Mental Health, Chad Danyluck, Ph.D. The job talk is on Monday, November 18th at 9:30am in... More

Monday, November 4, 2019

Zak’s Back!

Our beloved Therapy Dog is back, and he will be hosting the following office hours: Friday, Nov 8 12:30 - 1:30 Library Foyer Tuesday, Nov 19 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A) Tuesday, Nov 26 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A) Tuesday, Dec 3 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A)... More

Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Dr. Robert Coplan speaks to the New York Times about loneliness and the value of spending time alone.

Being lonely hurts — it can even negatively impact your health. But the mere act of being alone with oneself doesn’t have to be bad, and experts say it can even benefit your social relationships, improve your creativity and confidence, and help you regulate your emotions so that you can better deal with adverse situations.... More

Monday, October 28, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series

You are cordially invited to attend the fourth talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar/Colloquium Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, October 31st, Dr. Robert Coplan (Waterloo) will be giving a talk titled: ‘Shyness in Childhood: From Etiology to Intervention”. It is a common experience for many children to feel somewhat wary,... More

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Canadian Positive Psychology Association – Webinar Series

Monday, November 11, 2019 8:00pm to 9:00pm EST Topic: Nature: The connection between happier people, healthier communities and a more sustainable planet Presenter: Professor John Zelenski Register Here Description Canada is fortunate to have abundant natural environments, including public green spaces and urban parks. Although we sometimes... More

Monday, October 21, 2019

Grad Research: The Relationship Between Diabetes and Depression/Optimism

They found that the higher peoples’ level of optimism was before a diagnosis of diabetes, the less likely they would be to develop elevated depressive symptoms within six years after a diabetes diagnosis. Xie points out that the risk of developing depression is much higher among individuals with diabetes compared to those without diabetes... More

Thursday, October 17, 2019

M.A. Psych graduate work featured in Psychology Today

M.A. Psychology graduate, Kristopher Brazil, and supervisor, Dr. Adelle Forth, ask why do we find psychopaths so interesting and, in some cases, attractive? According to their research, it shouldn’t be surprising. Brazil and Forth suggest that psychopathy may, in fact, be a tactic for attracting sexual partners. Kristopher Brazil, Ph.D.... More

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Carleton Tackles Tough Issues at Psychology Mental Health Day

By Joseph Mathieu Photos by Chris Roussakis The annual economic cost of mental illness in Canada is estimated to be $51 billion. The human cost is 11. That’s how many Canadians die by suicide each day. To end the stigma around mental illness and bridge the gap between education and services, Carleton University hosted... More

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Graduate Research Showcase: Elisabeth Bailin Xie

Citation in APA format Xie, E. B., & Burns, R. J. (in press). Optimism and depressive symptoms following a diabetes diagnosis: Results from the health and retirement study. Journal of Health Psychology. Plain language abstract: Depression is common among individuals with diabetes and contributes to poorer prognoses. Optimism is associated with... More

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health and Substance Use

Life is not easy. It’s also beautiful, but by definition it’s not easy. No one gets an entirely smooth ride. All of us to various degrees carry trauma from our past, face difficult circumstances in the present, and experience some anxieties about our own future and the future of society. It’s entirely normal that... More

Friday, October 11, 2019

Psychology Mental Health Day 2019

On behalf of the Department of Psychology, I wish to thank all the presenters and attendees in making Psychology Mental Health Day a huge success! See you all next year! Dr. Joanna Pozzulo, Departmental Chair  By bridging the gap between education and service, we want to raise awareness on mental health issues and promote... More

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Delayed Departmental Opening – Thursday, October 10th, 2019

Please note that the department will be opening at 10:15am on Thursday, October 10th, 2019, so that staff may attend the opening of Psychology Mental Health Day. We apologize for any... More

Monday, October 7, 2019

Carleton Researchers Focus on Diverse Mental Health Topics

This year, the department hosts its second annual Psychology Mental Health Day on Thursday, Oct. 10. (9:30 am- 4:30 pm). Speakers include Carleton President Benoit-Antoine Bacon and researchers presenting their work on topics including addiction, anxiety, autism, workplace mental health, and using the natural environment to promote well-being.... More

Monday, October 7, 2019

Macleans: Carleton Psychology top ten in research citations.

With over 50 Psychology programs in the country, Carleton's Psychology department has ranked 15th overall. We are in the Top Ten in number of research citations! Read all about it here: https://www.macleans.ca/education/canadas-best-university-psychology-programs-2020-rankings/ To determine a score, each of the five indicators is assigned a %... More

Monday, September 30, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series: Dr. Jo Anderson

You are cordially invited to attend the third talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, October 3, Dr. Jo Anderson (Waterloo) will be giving a talk titled: ‘Psychology and Animal Protection: Helping Animals with Evidence-Based Decision Making”. Dr. Anderson will describe the ways the animal... More

Thursday, September 12, 2019

Early Closure – Undergraduate Office (Friday, September 13th)

The Undergraduate Office will be closing at 4pm on Friday, September 13th. We apologize for any... More

Monday, September 9, 2019

The Science of Psychology

The Carleton Newsroom has published a great article about the science of psychology, featuring research projects by Dr. Joanna Pozzulo and Dr. John Zelenski, as well as Psychology graduate students Melissa Salmon, Tori Semple, Chloe Pedneault and Tyler Burleigh. To read more, please visit the Carleton Newsroom here:... More

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Psychology Colloquium Series: Dr. Greg Brown

You are cordially invited to attend the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, January 16, Dr. Greg Brown (York University) will be giving a talk titled: "To Swerve and Neglect: De-Policing Throughout Today’s Front-Line Police Work” You might know Dr. Brown from his time as doctoral student at Carleton... More

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Graduate Research Showcase: Simon Baldwin

Name: Simon Baldwin Area of Study: Forensic In what program are you currently enrolled? PhD What year of the program are you currently in? 5 Citation in APA format: Baldwin, S., Bennell, C., Andersen, J. P., Semple, T., & Jenkins, B. (2019). Stress-Activity Mapping: Physiological Responses During General Duty Police Encounters. Frontiers in... More

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Wellness Wednesday

Wellness Wednesday: The benefits of Pet Ownership "People with dogs are often perceived to be more approachable, happier and more empathetic, research shows. The presence of a dog can also serve as an indication a man is nurturing and capable of caregiving, said Dr. Helen Fisher, a senior research fellow at the Kinsey Institute... More

Monday, January 13, 2020

Academic Advising Unavailable. Tuesday, January 14.

Please note that our Undergraduate Academic Advisor will be away from the office today, Tuesday, January 14. Please email psychology@carleton.ca should you have any questions, concerns, or wish to schedule an appointment. Apologies for the... More

Thursday, January 9, 2020

Zack’s back for 2020

Our beloved therapy dog is rested and ready for the winter term! Zak will start his 2020 office hours on Friday, Jan 10 from 11:30 - 12:30 in Psychology lounge. Loeb A500A Zak has office hours on the following Fridays: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31; February 14 and 28, March... More

Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Wellness Wednesday

It’s the start of a new year and we’d like to wish the Carleton community a happy and healthy 2020. Throughout the winter term each Wednesday, faculty members from our department will share a wellness tip with you, based on their area of expertise and research. In the Department of Psychology, we want to... More

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Congratulations Taylor!

Congratulations to Taylor Carty, who defended her Master's Thesis: Validating a Measure of Client Change, under Dr. Ralph... More

Monday, December 16, 2019

Psychology’s Inaugural Let’s Talk Lecture – Jan 30, 2020

Let's Talk Day is an opportunity to join a national conversation about mental health challenges and help reduce the stigma around mental illness. To mark the commitment to raise awareness and combat stigma around mental illness, the Department of Psychology has created the Psychology Let’s Talk Lecture Series. The inaugural Psychology Let’s... More

Friday, December 13, 2019

Departmental Closures over the Holidays

Please note that the Department of Psychology will be closed on the following dates and times.  Thursday, December 19, 12:00 - 2:00pm   Monday, Dec 23, 2019 - Sunday, January 5th, 2020 (inclusive) HAPPY... More

Thursday, December 12, 2019

Departmental Closure – Dec 12, 2019

Administrative and Support Staff offices in the Department of Psychology will be closed on Dec 12 from 11:45am - 1:30pm We apologize for the... More

Monday, December 9, 2019

Student Experience Chair, Cheryl Harasymchuk, joins an episode of the popular ‘Minding the Brain’ podcast.

Dr. Davies interviews Cheryl Harasymchuk about relationships. What types of people tend to start relationships with each-other? What makes people physically attracted to each-other? Find out the answers to these questions and more, on this episode of Minding the Brain!... More

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Departmental Closure – December 5, 2019

The department will be closed from 12-2pm on Dec. 5. We apologize for any... More

Thursday, November 28, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Dallas Franklin

Dallas Franklin earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2017, and, following graduation, turned her focus to a four-week mental health placement working with local mental health organizations and institutions in Sri Lanka to bring awareness and challenge the stigma’s surrounding mental health. Dallas went on to continue her education in the... More

Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series

You are cordially invited to attend the fifth talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar/Colloquium Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, November 28th, Dr. Marc Avery will be giving a talk titled: ‘Systematic Reviews: Rationale and Methods”. Methods for evidence synthesis are rapidly evolving driven by multiple factors including... More

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Karen Roach

  Karen Roach earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology in 1995, and, following graduation, Karen went on to earn an MA in Canadian Studies (Indigenous and Northern Studies) at Carleton, graduating in 2004. Karen currently works as an Indigenous Navigator with the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) of Indigenous Services... More

Friday, November 15, 2019

Graduate Research Showcase: Kelly Wang

Citation: Wang, J., & Milyavskaya, M. (in press). Simple pleasures: How goal-aligned behaviors relate to state happiness. Motivation Science. https://doi.org/10.1037/mot0000143 We hypothesized that we are happier when we are engaging in activities that are related to our personal goals than when we are engaging in activities that are... More

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Psychology Alumni Profile: Tracy Saxton

Psychology Alumni Profile Tracy Saxton earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology in 2010, and, following graduation, successfully applied to law school. After a change of heart, Tracy decided to turn her part-time position into a full-time career right here at Carleton University. Tracy currently works as a Financial Aid Administrator in the... More

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Fall 2019 Convocation

The Fall 2019 Convocation ceremony took place on Saturday November 9, 2019. Our department had 28 graduates, 23 who received their Master of Arts, and 5 who received their Doctorate of Philosophy. Congratulations to all of our graduates, we wish you all the very best with your future endeavours!      ... More

Friday, November 8, 2019

Update: Job & Teaching Talk: Dr. Chad Danyluck

***The Teaching Talk time has been changed to 10:00am on Tuesday, November 19.  See poster below*** Faculty and grad students are invited to attend the job and teaching talks of our candidate for the tenure-track position in Indigenous Mental Health, Chad Danyluck, Ph.D. The job talk is on Monday, November 18th at 9:30am in... More

Monday, November 4, 2019

Zak’s Back!

Our beloved Therapy Dog is back, and he will be hosting the following office hours: Friday, Nov 8 12:30 - 1:30 Library Foyer Tuesday, Nov 19 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A) Tuesday, Nov 26 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A) Tuesday, Dec 3 12:30 - 1:30 Psychology Lounge (Loeb A500A)... More

Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Dr. Robert Coplan speaks to the New York Times about loneliness and the value of spending time alone.

Being lonely hurts — it can even negatively impact your health. But the mere act of being alone with oneself doesn’t have to be bad, and experts say it can even benefit your social relationships, improve your creativity and confidence, and help you regulate your emotions so that you can better deal with adverse situations.... More

Monday, October 28, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series

You are cordially invited to attend the fourth talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar/Colloquium Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, October 31st, Dr. Robert Coplan (Waterloo) will be giving a talk titled: ‘Shyness in Childhood: From Etiology to Intervention”. It is a common experience for many children to feel somewhat wary,... More

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Canadian Positive Psychology Association – Webinar Series

Monday, November 11, 2019 8:00pm to 9:00pm EST Topic: Nature: The connection between happier people, healthier communities and a more sustainable planet Presenter: Professor John Zelenski Register Here Description Canada is fortunate to have abundant natural environments, including public green spaces and urban parks. Although we sometimes... More

Monday, October 21, 2019

Grad Research: The Relationship Between Diabetes and Depression/Optimism

They found that the higher peoples’ level of optimism was before a diagnosis of diabetes, the less likely they would be to develop elevated depressive symptoms within six years after a diabetes diagnosis. Xie points out that the risk of developing depression is much higher among individuals with diabetes compared to those without diabetes... More

Thursday, October 17, 2019

M.A. Psych graduate work featured in Psychology Today

M.A. Psychology graduate, Kristopher Brazil, and supervisor, Dr. Adelle Forth, ask why do we find psychopaths so interesting and, in some cases, attractive? According to their research, it shouldn’t be surprising. Brazil and Forth suggest that psychopathy may, in fact, be a tactic for attracting sexual partners. Kristopher Brazil, Ph.D.... More

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Carleton Tackles Tough Issues at Psychology Mental Health Day

By Joseph Mathieu Photos by Chris Roussakis The annual economic cost of mental illness in Canada is estimated to be $51 billion. The human cost is 11. That’s how many Canadians die by suicide each day. To end the stigma around mental illness and bridge the gap between education and services, Carleton University hosted... More

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Graduate Research Showcase: Elisabeth Bailin Xie

Citation in APA format Xie, E. B., & Burns, R. J. (in press). Optimism and depressive symptoms following a diabetes diagnosis: Results from the health and retirement study. Journal of Health Psychology. Plain language abstract: Depression is common among individuals with diabetes and contributes to poorer prognoses. Optimism is associated with... More

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health and Substance Use

Life is not easy. It’s also beautiful, but by definition it’s not easy. No one gets an entirely smooth ride. All of us to various degrees carry trauma from our past, face difficult circumstances in the present, and experience some anxieties about our own future and the future of society. It’s entirely normal that... More

Friday, October 11, 2019

Psychology Mental Health Day 2019

On behalf of the Department of Psychology, I wish to thank all the presenters and attendees in making Psychology Mental Health Day a huge success! See you all next year! Dr. Joanna Pozzulo, Departmental Chair  By bridging the gap between education and service, we want to raise awareness on mental health issues and promote... More

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Delayed Departmental Opening – Thursday, October 10th, 2019

Please note that the department will be opening at 10:15am on Thursday, October 10th, 2019, so that staff may attend the opening of Psychology Mental Health Day. We apologize for any... More

Monday, October 7, 2019

Carleton Researchers Focus on Diverse Mental Health Topics

This year, the department hosts its second annual Psychology Mental Health Day on Thursday, Oct. 10. (9:30 am- 4:30 pm). Speakers include Carleton President Benoit-Antoine Bacon and researchers presenting their work on topics including addiction, anxiety, autism, workplace mental health, and using the natural environment to promote well-being.... More

Monday, October 7, 2019

Macleans: Carleton Psychology top ten in research citations.

With over 50 Psychology programs in the country, Carleton's Psychology department has ranked 15th overall. We are in the Top Ten in number of research citations! Read all about it here: https://www.macleans.ca/education/canadas-best-university-psychology-programs-2020-rankings/ To determine a score, each of the five indicators is assigned a %... More

Monday, September 30, 2019

Psychology Colloquium Series: Dr. Jo Anderson

You are cordially invited to attend the third talk in the Department of Psychology’s Proseminar Speaker Series for 2019-20. On Thursday, October 3, Dr. Jo Anderson (Waterloo) will be giving a talk titled: ‘Psychology and Animal Protection: Helping Animals with Evidence-Based Decision Making”. Dr. Anderson will describe the ways the animal... More

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Alumni in the News: Dr. Amy Bombay

Published in Chatelaine by Chantal Braganza, "The Canadian Researcher Who Is Trying To Break The Cycle Of Trauma" shares the experiences and research of Dr. Amy Bombay, a former Master's student in the Department of Psychology. The article profiles Amy's background, experiences, and research on the intergenerational health effects of trauma. You... More

Thursday, September 12, 2019

Early Closure – Undergraduate Office (Friday, September 13th)

The Undergraduate Office will be closing at 4pm on Friday, September 13th. We apologize for any... More