Psychology

Cassidy Wallis presents her research at UBC Okanagan’s sixth annual Three Minute Thesis competition.

Psychology student captures top prize at UBCO 3MT final

By Patty Wellborn on March 15, 2019

A captivating topic and plenty of passion propelled Cassidy Wallis into the winner’s circle at UBC Okanagan’s sixth annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.

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For many, the traditional first date conversation takes place online before meeting in person.

Expert Q&A: First comes Tinder, then comes marriage

By Nathan Skolski on February 13, 2019

The way many people discover romance is undergoing a radical shift. Where once we may have met our romantic partners in the checkout line at the grocery store, the norm has shifted to connecting online first. How did this happen and what does it mean for the future of romance?

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UBC Okanagan researchers are hoping to better understand interpretations of emojis through a new study.

Will U B my <3?

By Nathan Skolski on February 12, 2019

For some, an eggplant emoji evokes visions of a fabulous dinner, while for others, it could suggest an intimate interlude after dessert.

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Princeton residents focus on mental health

Princeton residents focus on mental health

By Patty Wellborn on January 28, 2019

Mental health is a major health issue in Canada. Adults 50 and over continue to experience an increase in mental health concerns, especially in rural areas, and there is little information about their experiences.

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Zach Walsh an associate professor of psychology and expert in the field of addictions.

UBC provides alcohol and drug counselling

By Patty Wellborn on November 6, 2018

UBC Okanagan’s Psychology Clinic is offering a new service to the community.

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Lesley Lutes, a clinical health psychologist who directs the PhD program in clinical psychology at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

UBC tests out walk-in well-being clinic

By Patty Wellborn on October 30, 2018

UBC Okanagan’s Interprofessional Clinic is testing out a walk-in clinic where people will have the opportunity to get a mental health check-up without an appointment.

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Susan Holtzman is an associate professor in UBC Okanagan’s Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences.

Think B4 U text, says UBC research

By Christine Zeindler on September 27, 2018

Many think they’re doing a favour by texting criticism instead of giving it in person. Not so, say researchers at UBC Okanagan’s campus who have determined that negative comments can have the same impact regardless of how they are delivered.

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Reducing the fear of being too happy

Reducing the fear of being too happy

By Nathan Skolski on August 13, 2018

A UBC researcher has helped establish that, even for people who have a fear of happiness, brief positive psychology interventions embedded within university courses can enhance well-being.

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Lesley Lutes, a clinical health psychologist who directs the PhD program in clinical psychology at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

Depression and diabetes treatment should go hand-in-hand

By Patty Wellborn on July 24, 2018

A UBC researcher says there is a lot more to treating people with Type 2 diabetes than just moderating their diet and prescribing exercise.

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Lesley Lutes, a clinical health psychologist who directs the PhD program in clinical psychology at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

UBC researchers to weigh in on commercial weight loss option

By Patty Wellborn on June 18, 2018

UBC Okanagan’s Lesley Lutes is leading an evaluation Weight Watchers Freestyle, a new commercial weight management protocol. Lutes, an associate professor of psychology, has researchers examining the program from UBC Okanagan and Vancouver.

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