Department of Psychology

As language evolves, so do the terms we use to describe sexual and gender identity. Some terms are more widely known, but others are relatively new. One of the newer terms is "polysexual." Nicole McNichols, associate teaching professor of psychology at the UW, is quoted.

After more than a year of wearing a mask, keeping a distance and staying home, socializing with other people again might feel a little overwhelming. Luckily, there are ways to help feel better about getting back out in public. Jonathan Kanter, research associate professor of psychology at the UW, is interviewed.

Ana Mari Cauce discusses the one-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.

Jane Simoni, professor of psychology at the UW, talks about the sense of security and control people have gotten from wearing masks.

Bryn Bandt-Law, UW researcher and graduate student in psychology, discusses her new research on sexual harassment.

Washington state is on track to fully reopen by June 30, and psychologists say some people are just not ready for that. Jane Simoni, professor of psychology at the UW, is interviewed.

The former home of Biology is now the centralized and renovated location for the UW Psychology Department.

Though COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out and some restrictions are easing, experts warn that some may feel anxious or fearful about a "return to normal." Jane Simoni, professor of psychology at the UW, is interviewed.

The Department of Philosophy's “Why do we need philosophy now?” video contest has concluded, with the first place prize going to College of Arts and Sciences junior Camille Miller.

Students across western Washington are returning to the classroom this month. After a year of isolation, mental health experts say some students may be struggling with the idea of heading back to school. Jane Simoni, professor of psychology at the UW, is interviewed.

Shannon Dorsey, professor of child clinical psychology, explains how students can adjust to in-person learning.

Over 100 UW graduate and professional programs have been ranked by U.S. News & World Report to be among the top 35 in the nation.

Halley Greg (who graduated from UW with a double degree in biology and psychology) is on this season of The Voice.

A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the “what ifs” having come true, therapists hear story after story of collective trauma, grief and loss, all through a computer or phone screen. Jane Simoni, professor of psychology at the UW, is quoted.

Peter Kahn, professor in the Department of Psychology, discusses his new documentary about humanity's connection to the natural world.