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Teena Willoughby is a Professor of Psychology at Brock University, specializing in adolescent development. Her research focuses on health-risk behaviors, mental health, and brain development during adolescence, with a particular interest in how solitude and sociability influence adjustment. She employs longitudinal studies, physiological measurements (e.g., ERP, heart rate variability), and actigraphy to explore developmental pathways. Her work addresses sensitive periods in adolescence and their implications for both risks (e.g., self-injury, substance use) and positive outcomes (e.g., academic success).
Education: Ph.D. in Psychology. Research interests include the interplay between shyness, impulsivity, and peer dynamics, as well as the neurobiological underpinnings of emotional regulation. Her lab investigates EEG resting states, boredom proneness, and the effects of peer presence on neural activity.
Publications highlight trends in adolescent mental health generational shifts, longitudinal associations between impulsivity and dishonesty, and the role of solitude in maladaptive outcomes. She has contributed to understanding video game effects on aggression and pro-social behaviors, as well as the link between sleep quality and psychosocial adjustment at university.
Her research integrates diverse methodologies to dissect developmental trajectories, emphasizing both individual differences and contextual factors. The lab’s work is frequently published in top journals, with a focus on translational insights for prevention and intervention strategies.
