Lisa Dawn Hamilton

Lisa Dawn Hamilton is the Department Head and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Mount Allison University. Her research focuses on sexual health, gender studies, and stress-related physiological responses. She holds a leadership role in shaping academic programs and curricula.

Her work explores topics such as consensual non-monogamy, sexual arousal mechanisms, and the impact of stress on psychological and physical health. Recent studies include investigations into equity in education through field schools and the neurophysiological underpinnings of masculinity expressions.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human sexuality, including the effects of cortisol, testosterone, and other hormones on behavior. She has contributed to special sections on non-monogamy and has engaged in policy discussions around sexual health education in Canadian schools.

Hamilton’s research bridges psychology, neuroscience, and sociology, addressing both theoretical and applied questions in human behavior and health. Her work emphasizes the interplay between biological and social factors influencing human experiences.