Joshua Grubbs

Joshua Grubbs is an Associate Professor at the University of New Mexico's Department of Psychology, where he researches behavioral addictions including gambling disorder and compulsive sexual behaviors. He directs the Behavioral Addictions And Associated Disorders (BAAAD) Lab, advising graduate students Alex Connolly and Regina Tahk. His research examines psychological mechanisms underlying self-perceived addictions and veteran health issues.

Research interests focus on the intersection of morality, technology, and addictive behaviors, particularly how social contexts influence compulsivity. Recent work explores sports gambling-alcohol correlations, trauma impacts on behavioral dysregulation, and cross-cultural manifestations of compulsive behaviors.

His publications demonstrate consistent focus on addiction psychology with emerging emphasis on digital-era behaviors. Current investigations examine cryptocurrency trading psychology, technology-mediated sexual behaviors, and longitudinal patterns in behavioral health.