Cindy Hazan

Cindy Hazan is the Andrew H. & James S. Tisch Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Psychology at Cornell University's College of Human Ecology. Her research focuses on human mating, pair bonding, and individual differences in attachment processes across the lifespan.

Her work applies ethological attachment theory to understand how interpersonal bonds develop, utilizing mixed-method approaches like diaries, physiological monitoring (heart rate, stress markers), behavioral observations, and reaction time tasks. She investigates the mechanisms underlying attachment formation and its impacts on happiness, health, and longevity.

As a faculty member, she teaches and advises in psychology, with public engagement activities related to social bonding and relationship science. No specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text.