Richard Zweig

Richard A. Zweig is a Professor of Psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology (Yeshiva University) and Director of the Ferkauf Older Adult Program (FOAP). He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His expertise focuses on clinical geropsychology, integrating research on personality pathology, depression, emotion regulation, and social functioning in older adults.

Education:

• PhD, Northwestern University, 1989
• BS, Cornell University, 1982

Research Interests: Dr. Zweig investigates risk/protective factors for psychopathology and functional decline in aging populations, with a focus on translational training for mental health professionals. His work emphasizes doctoral-level training in geropsychology and the clinical assessment/treatment of older adults.

Awards & Leadership:

• Fellow, Gerontological Society of America
• Leadership roles in professional organizations like ABPP-GERO and CoPGTP
• Editorial board member for key journals in clinical gerontology

Program Leadership: Directs FOAP, a specialized program offering coursework and clinical training in clinical gero-psychology. Program emphasizes innovative training recognized by professional awards.

Clinical Training: Develops curricula including advanced research seminars, clinical assessment practica, and geropsychology practicum experiences for doctoral students.