I regularly teach Introductory Psychology, Social Psychology, Research Methods in Social Sciences, and Lifespan Development

Most of my time is spent teaching at Jefferson Community College wich I enjoy tremendously. When I research I am interested in the areas of academic performance and the self & motivation. I am currently planing reearch into how people manage transitions between multiple socail roales (parent to student, spouse to manager, etc).

In the past I have researched the following topics: self-determination theory, implicit theories, academic performance, academic dishonesty, academic identity, goal pursuits, and contingencies of self-worth. Additionally I am interested in interpersonal relationships, specifically regarding romantic relationships, jealousy, mentor relationships, and social support.

Primary Interests:

Applied Social Psychology
Attitudes and Beliefs
Close Relationships
Helping, Prosocial Behavior
Interpersonal Processes
Motivation, Goal Setting
Persuasion, Social Influence
Research Methods, Assessment
Self and Identity
Social Cognition

Applied Social Psychology
Attitudes and Beliefs
Close Relationships
Helping, Prosocial Behavior
Interpersonal Processes
Motivation, Goal Setting

Persuasion, Social Influence
Research Methods, Assessment
Self and Identity
Social Cognition

Journal Articles:

Knee, C. R., Lonsbary, C., Canevello, A., & Patrick, H. (2005). Self-determination and conflict in romantic relationships. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 89, 997-1009.
Knee, C. R., Patrick, H., & Lonsbary, C. (2003). Implicit theories of relationships: Orientations toward evaluation and cultivation. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 7, 41-55.
Patrick, H., Knee, C. R., Canevello, A., & Lonsbary, C. (2007). The role of need fulfillment in relationship functioning and well-being: A self-determination theory perspective. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92, 434-457.

Courses Taught:

Introduction to Psychology
Lifespan Development
Research Methods in Social Sciences
Social Psychology

Introduction to Psychology
Lifespan Development

Research Methods in Social Sciences
Social Psychology

Cynthia Lonsbary
Social Sciences Department
Jefferson Community College
1220 Coffeen Street
Watertown, NY 13601
United States

Phone: (315) 786-6577


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