Anne Wilson

Dr. Anne Wilson is a Professor of Social Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU), directing the IMPETuS Lab. Her research explores identity (personal, relational, collective), motivation over time, perception of self/group dynamics, and societal challenges like climate change and political polarization. She investigates how beliefs about change/stability influence behavior and how temporal perceptions shape identity regulation.

Her work spans disciplines including social psychology, cognitive psychology, and environmental science. Key areas include: (1) sociocultural norms affecting body image and self-worth, (2) collective memory's role in national identity, and (3) temporal framing in policy support. Recent studies address pandemic psychology, partisan media effects, and environmental engagement barriers.

Wilson has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and Current Opinion in Behavioral Science. Her lab emphasizes applied research with practical implications for education, healthcare, and climate action. She collaborates internationally on projects addressing intergroup reconciliation and pro-environmental behavior.