Robert Johnson

Robert J. Johnson is a Professor in the Department of Sociology & Criminology at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on the intersection of war exposure, mental health, and social behavior, with significant contributions to understanding intimate partner violence, civilian decision-making during conflict, and psychosocial impacts of displacement.

• Current affiliation: University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences
• Academic rank: Professor
• Contact: rjohnson@miami.edu

Johnson’s research explores:

• War Trauma: Effects on depression, PTSD, and moral beliefs in Ukrainian populations
• Violence Dynamics: Linkages between war exposure and interpersonal violence
• Social Support: Role of family and community networks in mitigating distress
• Religious Contexts: How spiritual struggles mediate mental health outcomes

Recent publications highlight:

• Gendered patterns of intimate partner violence in Ukraine (2025)
• War-induced shifts in decision-making frameworks (2024)
• Displacement-induced mental health crises (2023)
• Longitudinal studies on moral erosion during conflict (2022)