Ellen J. Wright

Ellen J. Wright is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Brandeis University's Department of Psychology. Her research focuses on emotion regulation strategies like rumination, reflection, mindfulness, and distraction, particularly their developmental links to depression, anxiety, and trauma responses. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Iowa, and B.A. degrees from Adams State College and the University of Colorado.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Iowa
• M.A. in Psychology, University of Iowa
• B.A., Adams State College
• B.A., University of Colorado

Research Interests: Exploring gender differences in emotional processing, mental health outcomes, and developmental frameworks for understanding emotion regulation mechanisms. Current work emphasizes how self-focused attention patterns influence psychological resilience and vulnerability.

Awards:

• Professor of the Year, Simmons College (2005)

Professional Activities: Active in clinical psychology research and teaching, with a focus on bridging theoretical models of emotion with practical mental health interventions. No specific grants or advising records mentioned in available data.