William Pedersen
Professor
Ph.D., University of Southern California
| Office: | PSY 231
Phone: 562-985-5010
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| Email: | bill.pedersen@csulb.edu |
| Website: | Faculty webpage |
| Classes: | PSY 411/511 (Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments) PSY 351 (Social Psychology) PSY 210 (Introductory Statistics) PSY 350I (Psychology and Contemporary Social Issues) |
My research is primarily focused on factors that impact aggressive behavior and violence. I am interested in a variety of personality factors including trait rumination, narcissism, impulsivity, attachment style, and religiosity. I have also investigated a variety of situational factors that impact aggression including rumination, social support, power restoration, alcohol priming, and drug use. A related line of research investigates the impact of trait displaced aggression on romantic relationships, life satisfaction, and both mental and physical health. Finally, I have smaller research programs in the areas of both intergroup relations and evolutionary psychology (specifically gender differences in mating strategies).