Peggy Andover

Peggy Andover is a Professor of Psychology and Department Chairperson at Fordham University. Her research focuses on non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), gender differences in self-harm behaviors, and intimate partner violence (IPV). She leads the Mood and Behaviors lab, exploring clinical and behavioral aspects of mental health. Key contributions include analyzing NSSI in men, the relationship between suicide attempts and childhood trauma, and the intersection of IPV with psychological control. Her work has been featured in peer-reviewed journals and media outlets, addressing public misconceptions about self-injury and dangerous relationship dynamics.

• Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (implied by academic rank).
• Research Highlights: Over a decade of studies on NSSI, suicide prevention, and gender disparities in mental health.

Publications emphasize empirical analysis of self-injury correlates and clinical outcomes, with recent media contributions critiquing societal perceptions of dangerous relationships (e.g., Fifty Shades of Grey).

Her TED-Ed lesson on classical vs. operant conditioning underscores her role in bridging academic research with public education.