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Larissa Zwar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Brock University, Faculty of Social Sciences. Her research explores informal caregiving for older adults, with a focus on psychosocial risk and resilience factors across diverse cultural and sociodemographic groups.
Her research interests include:
- Social stigma in caregiving contexts
- Ageism and attitudes toward aging
- Stereotypes and discrimination affecting caregivers
- Mental health and well-being of informal caregivers
- Cross-cultural perspectives on caregiving
Dr. Zwar leads the Zwar Social Psychology of Aging Lab, where her team investigates stress, resilience, and social identity in informal care settings. The lab aims to contribute to sustainable and supportive caregiving models, especially for marginalized populations.
While no specific awards or grants are listed, her active research program and lab indicate ongoing scholarly engagement. She advises graduate students and contributes to academic discourse through publications, accessible via her Google Scholar profile.
Contact:
- Email: lzwar@brocku.ca
- Phone: 905-688-5550 ext 6327
