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William Fabricius is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University (ASU). He holds affiliations within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on children’s social cognitive development, particularly theory of mind, and father-child relationships in divorced families. He has been involved in longitudinal studies funded by NIH, examining the impact of father-child dynamics on child well-being and policy implications. He teaches courses like Developmental Psychology, Honors Thesis, and Pro-Seminar. His work bridges developmental psychology, family law, and public health. He has served on numerous committees, including the Domestic Relations Committee of the AZ State Supreme Court, and contributes to journals like Fathering.
Education: Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Michigan (1984).
Research Interests: Theory of Mind lab studies how children develop understanding of mental states, while the Father & Divorce Lab explores post-divorce family dynamics. Key themes include parenting time policies, child custody laws, and health outcomes for children of divorce. Fabricius advocates for equal parenting time as a legal presumption, informed by empirical findings on child welfare.
Grants: Notable NIH grants include a 7-year study on Effects and Meaning of Fathers for Adolescents (2009–2015). His research emphasizes the role of consistent father involvement in mitigating negative effects of divorce.
Labs & Teams: Directs the Theory of Mind and Father & Divorce labs. Collaborates with experts in law, public policy, and clinical psychology to translate research into actionable policies.
