Ben Campbell, class of 2022, completed a project titled Effects of Elicited Jealousy on Threatened Masculinity and Relational Aggression in Emerging Adult Men. This project was supervised by Dr. Findley-Van Nostrand and Ben received a grant for his research from Psi Chi!

Below is the abstract so you can learn more about the study and all of the great work Ben did!

“This paper is a two-study investigation of the effects of jealousy on threatened masculinity and relational aggression use in emerging adult men (Study 1, age 18-25, N = 151;Study 2, N = 163). The project aimed to expand on previous literature of precarious manhood theory (Vandello et al., 2008) and jealousy (DeSteno et al., 2006), but examining relational aggression instead of overt forms. The goal of Study 1 was to see if friendship jealousy with a friendship dyad affected felt masculinity and relational aggression use. Study 2 aimed to expand on findings from Study 1, and investigate if there were also differences based on friend group size (i.e., friendship dyad vs friend group). A jealousy manipulation was created to elicit feelings of friendship jealousy on feelings of threatened masculinity and relational aggression. Results from Study 1 found that participants in the jealousy condition reported feeling less masculine, used more relational aggression towards their peer, and also felt several negative emotions(anger, distress, discomfort, threatened). Study 2 findings replicated those of Study 1, but also found that relational aggression was particularly high for those who felt jealousy within the context of a friendship group, rather than friendship dyad, and threatened masculinity mediated the effect of jealousy on relational aggression use. This project provides evidence that men feeling jealousy towards a friend, or group of friends, may result in an increased threat to their masculinity, and cause them to be more relationally aggressive towards their friend(s).”

I asked Ben about his experience doing this project and he said,
“This experience has been amazing. I worked on this project for over a year, so being able to present the final product felt incredible. I’m so happy to have had such a supportive group of faculty and friends to show interest in and listen to the findings and importance of my study!”

Ben, your future is bright and we cannot wait to see what is in store for you!

When you should study and helpful tips ?

• try to study at least a week before your exam
• it is best to study each day for a shorter amount of time than to cram the night before
• if your professor has not posted a study guide: begin reviewing your notes and old quizzes
• study smarter not harder.. set an alarm for how long you are going to study and do not check your phone during that time (put on airplane mode)
• study with someone in your class
• truly test yourself- ask yourself questions and answer them without notes in front of you
• writing out notes seems to be more effective in remembering information than typing

Resources:

• Your professor – they want you to succeed! do not be afraid to ask a question
• your classmates
• the writing center and subject tutoring https://libguides.roanoke.edu/writingcenter and https://libguides.roanoke.edu/subject_tutoring

Take Care of Yourself

• make sure to get enough sleep (ideally 8 hours)
• eat a good meal before an exam
• exercise can help reduce stress and is a good study break
• keep your room and desk clean and tidy , there is the saying “Cluttered desk means cluttered mind” for a reason
• and remember these tests do not define you!
• Study hard and then relax on winter break 🙂

Good Luck !

When? Thursday, November 18th from 4:30pm-5:30pm

Where? Life Science Room 502

This event is for anyone who is planning to major in Psychology, recently declared their major in the Psych Department, or is a psychology major and has not been able to attend this event previously.

This meeting will be very informative because we will be discussing topics such as requirements for a degree in Psychology, internship opportunities, concentrations within the major, research, and studying abroad.

If you are not sure what direction you want to go with your degree, that is okay! We are going to be talking about the many different options there are.

P.S. When you attend this event you get to sign the major’s board!

• Research

If research in the field interests you, there are many ways to get involved here at Roanoke!

• Take our Applied Methods course your junior or senior year
• You can help faculty members on research they are conducting: Research Experience, Research Practicum, Work Study, or apply for Summer Scholar
•  Conduct your own empirical study or literature review
• To learn more visit: https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology/research_and_internships/undergraduate_research

• Internships
• Amazing way to get hands on experience
• Can do an internship in the Roanoke area or in your hometown
• Can be done in the fall, spring, or summer
• Must be approved for credit
• For more information go to: https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology/research_and_internships/internships

• Student Organizations
• Roanoke College Society Organization
• Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology
• If interested or to see if you are eligible visit: https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology/students/student_organizations

Also check out the Psychology Blog: http://psych.pages.roanoke.edu/

This is a great opportunity for all Roanoke students! At this panel you can ask any questions you have in regards to graduate school. This event takes place tomorrow (9/28) from 12-1 in life science 502! Bonus- there will be pizza for everyone! I hope to see you there!

The Psychology Department fondly remembers Dominique Bowers, a 2015 graduate who transferred to Roanoke College in 2014 to complete her Psychology degree. She was well liked and respected by her faculty, clearly working hard on her classes while raising young children. She died August 13, 2021, in Warner Robins, Georgia.

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/22095376/dominique-sade-bowers

Ben was just granted funding from Psi Chi, the International Honors Society in Psychology, for his research!

Benjamin Campbell ‘22 was recently a part of our Summer Scholars program here at Roanoke, during which he conducted a study that was built from previous work he completed in the Social Development Lab. Ben’s project is titled “Effects of Peer-Elicited Jealousy on Relational Aggression in Men: The Roles of Contingent and Threatened Masculinity”.  He worked very hard on this project, supervised by Dr. Danielle Findley-Van Nostrand. Leading up to the summer, they applied for and were successfully granted $1,118 to fund this and subsequent studies including Ben’s Honors in the Major Project. 

Project Abstract:

I asked Ben to give a summary of his research and he wrote,

“So, this summer I conducted a research project as a Summer Scholar at Roanoke. The study looked at how jealousy affects threatened masculinity and relational aggression use in men. In other words, does feeling jealous in a friendship context with other men also produce feeling less masculine, and thus result in using relational aggression? My results found that following jealousy provoked by male peers, men felt less masculine and used more relational aggression relative to men who were not in the jealousy condition. But, some effects did not emerge as expected. I applied for funding from the “Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Grant” and was awarded it. So, I got funding to continue my project. In my honors in the major, I plan on expanding on the summer project and potentially investigating other variables that may play into the effects I found this summer. Overall, I thought the summer scholars experience was great, and the funding from Psi Chi is amazing.”

Congratulations again to Benjamin Campbell, keep up the great work and we are excited for what your future has in store.

https://www.roanoke.edu/about/news/princeton_review_best_387

Some exciting news for our department! The success comes from the hard work and commitment of our faculty and students.

In the article you can read what Dr. Powell and some of our students have to say about our department and Roanoke College as a whole.

When? This Friday ! (September 3rd from 11:45-1:15)

Where? Courtyard between Life Science and Trexler!

Please join your fellow Psychology students and faculty at a Welcome Back social on Friday, 9/3! We will meet in the courtyard area between Life Science and Trexler between 11:45a and 1:15p. Snacks and drinks will be provided, plus you can purchase an RC Psychology shirt! All students are welcome – majors, minors, concentrators, students currently in psychology classes, and students who may potentially take psychology classes in the future! Hope to see you there!

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