About
Meagan MacKenzie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour at McMaster University, teaching undergraduate courses in psychopathology, positive psychology, and personality with emphasis on accessibility and real-world application. Her research centers on anxiety disorders—particularly social anxiety—and evidence-based interventions for mental health improvement.
Education:
- Postdoctoral Fellow, Wilfrid Laurier University
- Ph.D., Memorial University
- M.A., Wilfrid Laurier University
- B.Sc., Trent University
Dr. MacKenzie's research integrates clinical psychology with public health, investigating mindfulness-based self-help interventions, demographic influences on mental health service utilization, and university student well-being. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications to reduce barriers in psychological care and enhance educational outcomes.
Publication analysis reveals sustained focus on social anxiety measurement (e.g., Social Anxiety—Acceptance and Action Questionnaire development) and intervention efficacy, with expanding scope into Canadian population mental health patterns and comorbid conditions like epilepsy. Her methodology emphasizes scale validation and randomized controlled trials.
Scientific Awards:
- MSU Excellence in Teaching Award for curriculum innovation in mental health education
She actively develops evidence-based curricula for hybrid learning environments but no grant funding or student supervision details appear in source materials. Current work prioritizes demographic factors in student help-seeking behavior without mention of dedicated labs or research teams.
