My research focuses on social cognition within the context of close relationships; in particular, I am interested in how individuals balance concerns about the self with concerns about the relationship.
I investigate whether individuals use self-protective versus relationship-maintenance coping strategies in their relationships. My research examines person-level moderators (such as self-esteem, age) as well as situation-level moderators (such as context) in relationship processes.
Examining these processes can lead to a better understanding of how individuals maintain satisfying romantic relationships.
Experience
2019–present
Senior Lecturer, University of Sydney
2016–2018
Lecturer, University of Sydney
2010–2015
Lecturer, Western Sydney University
Education
2007
University of Toronto, PhD
2002
University of Toronto, MA
2000
University of Western Ontario, BSc
Grants and Contracts
2021
When, why, and how well do we regulate other people’s emotions?
Role:
CI
Funding Source:
Australian Research Council
2016
The stress of obesity stigma: Testing a model of risk and resilience
Role:
CI
Funding Source:
Australian Research Council
2013
Emotional responses to comparisons in romantic relationships: Implications for relationship wellbeing