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Francesca Cuzzocrea is a Full Professor at the Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro. Her research focuses on psychological processes in family environments, particularly parenting styles and their impact on child and adolescent outcomes. She investigates predictive factors such as family functioning, trait emotional intelligence, and basic psychological needs satisfaction. Her applied work includes designing evidence-based parent training programs and creating standardized psychological assessment tools. She teaches courses like Communication Psychology, emphasizing educational and communication processes.
Her research explores themes such as emotion dysregulation, the interplay between parenting and adolescent behavior, and pro-environmental behaviors through a self-determination theory lens. Recent studies address problematic social media use, mindfulness in parenting, and work-family balance dynamics. Articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches to mental health, digital behavior, and neurodiverse childcare.
Francesca Cuzzocrea has no listed scientific awards but maintains active research collaborations. She advises on academic and professional orientation and oversees teaching programs in communication and developmental psychology. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical tools for parental training and student well-being.
