Psychology

Feb 18, 2025

Food for Thought

Psychology alumna Laura Green Brown ’90 studies how human behavior affects public health.

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Feb 4, 2025

Study Sheds Light on How to Encourage Condom Use Among Teens

Professor of Psychology Laura Widman discusses the study that finds simply having knowledge about safer sex practices is not enough to encourage condom use.

Feb 4, 2025

How Simple Prompts Can Make Partially Automated Cars Safer

Prompts help drivers that use partially automated driving systems stay engaged with their environment – unless the drivers are deeply distracted. Professor of Psychology and corresponding author Jing Feng explains the findings.

May 6, 2025

2025 Mathews Medal Recipients

The Mathews Medal recognizes graduating seniors who have created a lasting legacy at NC State. Sociology and biochemistry double major Freddy Kelley and philosophy and social work double major Rose Amburose were both recognized.

Dec 11, 2024

New Beginnings: Celebrating Our Fall 2024 Graduates

Three CHASS graduates reflect on their academic journeys and embrace the opportunities ahead.

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Oct 1, 2024

Online Microaggressions Linked to Poor Sleep Quality for Black Women

Microaggressions aimed at Black women online appear to harm the health of other Black women who see those microaggressions – even when the microaggressions are not aimed at them personally.

May 3, 2024

No Fear

Samantha Steffanus is about to graduate from NC State with two degrees and five years of incredible experiences under her belt. What keeps her reaching for such great heights?

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Apr 30, 2024

Defining the Moments

Olivia Ball is graduating from NC State feeling like a much different person from who she was when she started. This transformation isn’t the result of one big change but a series of opportunities — including support from professors and donors — that have helped her grow along the way.

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Apr 8, 2024

What You Do and Don’t Know About Racial Inequities in Health Care Can Hurt You

A new study finds that the he extent to which people understand existing racial inequities in access to health care can have an effect on how white and Black people view their own health. Co-author and Assistant Professor of Psychology Vanessa Volpe explains.

Mar 28, 2024

What are the Risks and Rewards of Autonomous Vehicles?

Four faculty scholars offer insights on the economic, moral and social consequences autonomous vehicles pose.