Helen Abadzi

Helen Abadzi is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). She holds a PhD in Psychology from UTA (1983) and has extensive experience, including 27 years as a senior education specialist at the World Bank in Washington DC. Her research focuses on improving learning outcomes in low-income countries using cognitive psychology and neuroscience insights. She is a polyglot fluent in 19 languages and emphasizes bridging academic disciplines to address global educational challenges.

Education:

• PhD, Psychology, University of Texas at Arlington, 1983
• MA, Educational Psychology, University of Alabama, 1974
• MS, Psychology, Auburn University, 1973
• BA, Psychology, Georgia State University, 1972

Teaching & Research Interests:
Dr. Abadzi teaches courses in cyber psychology, political psychology, evolutionary psychology, and international education. Her research includes reading/math automaticity in low-income contexts and the application of psychological principles to education policy. She periodically returns to UTA to teach specialized courses, including CYBERPSYCHOLOGY APPLICATIONS and SELECT TOPIC PSYCHOLOGY.

Professional Credentials:

• Psychologist License, Texas Board of Licensers of Psychologists (1984–2025)