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Psychology

About the Department

Greetings from Paula Shear, Department Head

Statement of Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of Psychology is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that our intellectual community and the discipline of psychology is enriched by diversity in race, ethnicity and national origins, gender and gender identity, sexuality, ability, class and religion and beyond. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating a community of respect and inclusion that is affirming for students, staff, and faculty.

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UC, Children’s to make local WIC enrollment easier for the...

May 24, 2023

Too many women and children in the Cincinnati region who qualify for federal nutrition benefits are missing out on receiving them — in many cases because of the application process and language barriers. Now a team led by Cincinnati Children’s pediatrician Chidiogo Anyigbo, MD, MPH, and University of Cincinnati pediatric psychologist Cathleen Stough, PhD, has funding to do something about that.

Scientific American: Cool transportation hacks cities are using...

April 24, 2023

Young people may feel helpless when it comes to climate change, but small efforts might relieve their anxiety, says Carlie Trott, an assistant professor of psychology cited in a Scientific American article on climate change reduction. Trott says there is little research on how this global topic impacts the younger population.

Vox: How fake AI images can expand your mind

March 31, 2023

Seeing is believing, to the mind. In a Vox article on the impact of AI-generated imagery, UC's Tony Chemero, a philosopher and cognitive scientist, is cited as saying that technology has the potential to expand the mind. The article comes at a time when leading tech influencers are asking for a pause on the development of AI.

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