Michael Casey

Michael Casey is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the College of Wooster. His research focuses on prenatal development, laterality, attachment, and developmental psychobiology, often utilizing avian models to explore sensory and behavioral development. He holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Virginia Tech (1995), an M.S. from Virginia Tech (1993), and a B.A. from Michigan State University (1982).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Virginia Tech, 1995
• M.S. in Psychology, Virginia Tech, 1993
• B.A. in Psychology, Michigan State University, 1982

Research Interests: His work examines prenatal environmental influences on postnatal behavior in birds, including motor laterality and sensory processing. He also investigates human developmental psychology topics such as attachment theory, temperament, and cognitive development rooted in Piagetian frameworks.

Advising & Grants: Dr. Casey has advised numerous Independent Study students, focusing on topics ranging from the impact of parenting styles on child development to the psychological effects of technology and attachment. He has presented research at national conferences, including the Association for Psychological Science meetings.

Labs/Teams: While no specific lab is mentioned, his research involves experimental setups with avian species and human behavioral studies conducted through collaborative student projects.