JJ Togans

Dr. JJ Togans is an Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Lafayette College, located in Easton, Pennsylvania. His research focuses on cross-cultural psychology, attitudes, and emotional processes, with special emphasis on guilty pleasures, moralized attitudes, and the role of cultural context in communication and emotion regulation. He holds a faculty position in Oechsle Hall and can be reached at togansl@lafayette.edu.

His work explores how cultural differences influence emotional expression and attitude formation through studies on nostalgia, dialecticism, and digital communication. Research has examined topics like emoticon usage in Eastern vs. Western contexts and temporal stability of moralized attitudes toward LGBTQ+ communities.

Dr. Togans has contributed to academic discourse through peer-reviewed articles since 2018, focusing on culturally situated psychological phenomena. His recent work (2025) investigates the emotional paradoxes of indulging in socially frowned-upon activities.

Though no specific awards or grants are listed, his research demonstrates sustained engagement with culturally comparative psychological frameworks. Advising and student mentorship activities are not detailed in the provided materials.