Renate Ysseldyk

Biography

Renate Ysseldyk Assistant Professor Degrees: PhD (Carleton) Phone: 613-520-2600 x 4428

Research Interest

Primary Fields of Specialization: Social and Health Psychology Research Interests: In broad terms, my research focuses on social determinants of health among potentially vulnerable populations (e.g., older adults, women who have experienced abuse, individuals who have experienced discrimination). I study the influence of psychosocial factors, and especially particular social group identities (e.g., as a caregiver, a woman, or a person of religious faith), on coping with stressful experiences. My research takes an interdisciplinary and community-based approach in order to contribute toward developing healthier societies for all by focussing on three interconnected themes: 1) healthy aging, 2) religious identity, and 3) coping with stress.