Developmental Psychologist @TorontoMet | Adolescent Social Relationships, Development, and Well-Being | Director of the @TMU_ASPIRELab | Views are my own

Joined July 2011
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Can't believe that I get to do this, but... I'm thrilled to be joining the Department of Psychology (@TMUPsych) at @TorontoMet this summer! It's been a journey, but I'm so grateful to my academic village for their mentorship and support along the way. More details coming soon!
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Thank you to the @OffordCentre for the opportunity to share my research on interpersonal relationships, youth #MentalHealth, and measurement at yesterday's #LunchAndLearn! This was such a fun time, and I loved the truly thoughtful discussion.
#Congratulations to AYM Postdoc @DryburghNicole for delivering a wonderful presentation on youth's relationships, #mentalhealth, and measurement promotion at the @OffordCentre's Lunch and Learn today!
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Application Deadline extended to Dec 31 for Canadian applicants for direct entry into TMU's PhD in Psychological Science (Note that this is for those who already have an MA/MSc and for PS only, not Clinical). How to Apply: lnkd.in/gfijWeCF
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Are you passionate about #cogneuro #memory #aging & #dementia prevention, with a focus on sex, gender & diversity - related contributions? The BHEAMLab is recruiting a gradtrainee via the Psych Sci M.A./Ph.D. Program @TMUPsych : torontomu.ca/psychology/pro… Pls RT our Advert👇🏽
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Quick reminder: TT Position (Assistant Professor) in Quantitative Psychology Start date: July 1, 2025 (subject to final budgetary approval) Application deadline: November 3, 2024
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Research and teaching focus: The specific area of research is open; candidates must provide evidence of demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in quantitative methods. Full ad here: hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/facul…

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Questions can be directed to Martin Antony (mantony@torontomu.ca), Psychology Department Chair.
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I'm excited to share that I am a @CIHR_IRSC Health System Impact Postdoctoral Fellow at the @OffordCentre for Child Studies at @McMasterU and Research Fellow @PsychHarvard and now embedded in School Mental Health Ontario @SMHO_SMSO! #CIHR_ImpactFellows @ipph_ispp
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The new cohort of the Health System Impact Fellowship is here! 🎉 45 talented researchers will work with 35 health organizations nationwide to drive innovation and tackle Canada's most pressing health issues. canada.ca/en/institutes-heal… #CIHR_ImpactFellows
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Call for Papers! Our next symposium 'Sibling Relationships: Interdisciplinary Conversations' will be on 16th January 2025. Submit your abstract by 15th November –siblingstudiesnetwork.york.a… @NikitaHayden @rach_harley_ @ShawnDWhiteman @SiblingResearch @SAARAInitiative @SibResearchers
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We're hiring! Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) is hiring one tenure stream faculty member in the area of quantitative psychology. 🧵 /1
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Research and Teaching Focus: The specific area of research is open Candidates must provide evidence of demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in quantitative methods. Full ad here (and attached): hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/facul… /3

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Any questions can be directed to Martin Antony (mantony@torontomu.ca), Psychology Department Chair. /4
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Don't miss out on @ryanpersram @TMU_Aspire workshop, where you'll learn about the crucial role of sibling relationships and friendships in youth development and well-being. bit.ly/growingconference #GrowingStrongMinds #YouthMentalHealth
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I'm accepting a graduate student this application cycle (Clinical or Developmental)! Please share with anyone interested in studying the development of cultural risk and resilience processes among minoritized youth and families!
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Very excited to have Charlotte as the lab’s first MA student @TMUPsych @TorontoMet
The ASPIRE Lab is thrilled to welcome its first graduate student, Charlotte Leon-Williamson! The team is very excited to learn from her diverse experiences throughout academia and research, and we cannot wait to be a part of her journey here at TMU.
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The ASPIRE Lab is thrilled to welcome its first graduate student, Charlotte Leon-Williamson! The team is very excited to learn from her diverse experiences throughout academia and research, and we cannot wait to be a part of her journey here at TMU.
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Today marks the first day of the new school year and we want to extend our best wishes to everyone! As our second official year begins, the ASPIRE Lab is excited for the many announcements and events to come in the following year. Enjoy the new semester and best of luck! 🤗
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Excited to be giving a talk at the @StrongMindsCda conference in November! Check it out!
Join us on November 14th at the Growing Strong Minds Conference, where @RyanPersram @TMU_AspireLab will explore how sibling relationships and friendships influence youth development and mental well-being. 🎟️ Secure your spot today! bit.ly/growingconference
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During #adolescence, support from our parents and other caregivers still matters. “Good parenting” can look different in different contexts, but secure and supportive relationships with parents and other caring adults are always important to help us thrive.
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ASPIRE LAB thesis students researching some really cool aspects about peer relationships and sibships! I’m beyond proud of Leonette and Ashley as my first two thesis students this year @TMUPsych!!
In wrapping up the academic year, we would like to congratulate Leonette and Ashley on completing their fourth-year undergraduate theses in the lab. The ASPIRE lab is proud of the hard work and dedication they’ve shown this year in producing excellent and interesting studies!
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