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Stephanie Stern is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology at Agnes Scott College, affiliated with the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a PhD and MS from the University of Oklahoma and a BA from the University of Tennessee. Her academic work bridges psychological theory and media studies, focusing on how fiction shapes social understanding.
Educational Background:
- BA, University of Tennessee
- MS, University of Oklahoma
- PhD, University of Oklahoma
Dr. Stern's research explores the psychological impact of fiction on social development, examining how narratives influence individual beliefs, attitudes, and knowledge about social relationships and diversity. Her work touches on attachment styles, character identification, relationship beliefs, media portrayals of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the formation of biases toward others. This interdisciplinary research lies at the intersection of developmental, social, and cognitive psychology.
While no specific publications are listed, her scholarly activity includes presentations and publications in psychology and media-related domains, reflecting a consistent engagement with questions about narrative influence and social cognition. Her teaching portfolio includes foundational courses such as Introductory Psychology, Lifespan Development, Social Psychology, and Research Methods, indicating a strong commitment to undergraduate education and methodological training.
Dr. Stern has not been noted to have received specific scientific awards or fellowships in the provided text.
In terms of academic service, she advises students and contributes to curriculum development through her teaching, though no formal advisees are listed. There is no mention of external grants, funded research projects, or lab affiliations. She is actively involved in scholarly dissemination through presentations and publications related to psychology and media.
She is not associated with any named research lab or collaborative team in the provided materials.
