Janett Naylor-Tincknell

Dr. Janett Naylor-Tincknell serves as a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Fort Hays State University, actively contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education programs.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Oklahoma
• M.S. in Experimental Psychology from Fort Hays State University
• B.A. in Psychology from The Pennsylvania State University

Her research and teaching specialization centers on Developmental-Cultural Psychology, examining how sociocultural contexts shape human development, alongside Applied Mental Health interventions at the undergraduate level. For graduate students, she emphasizes Experimental Psychology methodologies. This dual focus manifests in her instruction of courses spanning social development, emotional psychology, and behavioral statistics.

Dr. Naylor-Tincknell maintains active student engagement through courses like PSY 400 (Child & Developmental Psychology) and PSY 810 (Developmental Psychology), while providing accessibility via her Martin Allen Hall office and university email contact.