Chris Barry

Chris Barry is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Washington State University, where he directs a research lab focused on adolescent behavioral psychology. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Alabama in 2003 and teaches courses including Psychology 412 (Testing and Measurement), Psychology 444 (Basic Clinical Skills), Psychology 464 (Behavior Disorders of Children and Adolescents), and graduate-level clinical practicums.

His research examines self-perception dynamics (narcissism, self-esteem), youth behavioral problems (aggression, delinquency), and social media impacts on mental health. Key research areas include:

• Adolescent narcissism and psychopathy as predictors of antisocial behavior
• Parental monitoring strategies for social media use
• Clinical assessment tools for conduct disorders
• Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) and Joy of Missing Out (JOMO) in digital contexts

Analyses of his 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveal strong emphasis on:

• Social media's psychological effects across populations (college students, athletes, at-risk youth)
• Advanced statistical modeling of personality traits and behavioral outcomes
• Cross-cultural and gender-specific manifestations of externalizing behaviors

Dr. Barry mentors graduate students in WSU's Clinical Psychology PhD program and will consider applications for Fall 2025 admission. His lab conducts experimental and observational studies, including military-style residential programs and college athlete cohorts. No awards or grants are mentioned in available materials.