Department of Psychology News
The Department of Psychology offers students a broad foundation in fundamental psychological concepts. We also provide opportunities for students to take specialty courses and be involved in research and various applied settings. Our curriculum meets the needs of students intending to pursue advanced training in psychology, education, medicine, or other related fields.
Current Psychology News
With a decade of experience in community health and policy, Emylia Terry brings her commitment to health equity back to UNLV as an assistant professor.
In longstanding tradition, UNLV president will recognize seven students whose academic and community achievements embody the Rebel spirit of the graduating class.
From the football field to the basketball hardwood to the volleyball court, two generations of the Harris family beam with Rebel Pride.
Some of the biggest news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.
Student-led UNLV research team works molecular magic to transform a common kitchen spice into affordable, effective epilepsy therapies.
A selection of top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.
Psychology In The News
When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down schools and businesses across the United States in 2020, Miguel Angelo Castano felt lost.
New research sheds light on why some individuals choose to remain in romantic relationships characterized by high levels of conflict. The study, published in the Journal of Applied Social Psychology, suggests that benevolent sexism and anxious attachment styles may lead people to base their self-worth on their relationship status, prompting them to utilize maladaptive strategies to maintain the partnership.
The underlying causes of sexual difficulties may differ between men and women who experience symptoms of eating disorders, according to new research. While depression appears to be the primary driver of sexual challenges among women with these symptoms, eating disorder behaviors themselves play a more direct role for men. These findings were published in the International Journal of Sexual Health.
Researchers at UNLV are trying to determine if a kitchen spice could become a way to treat seizures.
Researchers at UNLV are trying to determine if a kitchen spice could become a way to treat seizures.
With more older adults engaging in sports betting and other types of gambling, here are some warning signs that your gambling habit is turning into a problem.
