Laura Armstrong

Laura Armstrong is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she leads the Child and Family Development Lab. Her office is in Colvard 4009, and she can be reached at 704-687-1333.

Education:

• B.S., Brown University
• M.S. and Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University

Research Focus: Dr. Armstrong's work centers on early childhood development in vulnerable populations. Her primary interests include:

• Emotional socialization processes in parent-child relationships
• Mental health interventions for low-income families
• Community-based prevention programs
• Impact of socioeconomic factors on child development

Publication Trends: Her recent articles demonstrate strong focus on:

• Mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on parents and children
• Culturally responsive interventions for minority families
• Trauma recovery and resilience mechanisms
• Social-emotional learning in early education settings

She maintains active community partnerships to translate research into practical support systems for families.