Elizabeth Mahar

Dr. Elizabeth Mahar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at State University of New York at Fredonia. She holds a PhD in Social Psychology from the University of Florida (2021), an MS in Experimental Psychology from Villanova University (2016), and a BA in Neuroscience and Psychology from Oberlin College (2013). She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of British Columbia focusing on randomized controlled trials for sexual health interventions.

Her research emphasizes romantic/sexual relationships, human sexuality, and well-being. Notable work includes co-leading an online intervention study addressing women's sexual difficulties and exploring topics like stigma toward consensual non-monogamy, cultural influences on vaccination behavior, and dyadic attractiveness dynamics. She teaches courses in Social Psychology, Human Sexuality, Close Relationships, and Research Methods.

Her recent publications (2021–2025) highlight innovative digital health interventions, meta-analyses of attraction patterns, and investigations into psychological constructs like openness and masculinity. Although no formal awards are listed, her work demonstrates impactful contributions to clinical and social psychology.

No formal grants or advising relationships are explicitly documented in the provided materials. Her research often intersects with public health and gender studies, emphasizing practical applications of psychological insights.