color photo headshot of Professor Batja Mesquita in front of a large bookshelf
Luminaries

Professor Batja Mesquita on Culture’s Role in Shaping Emotions and Accounting for Them in Research

Zoë Billington speaks with Professor Batja Mesquita, a pioneer of cultural psychology, about how culture shapes emotion, and how emotions act as powerful tools in relationships. After reading, you may be compelled to rethink if, when, and how to ask participants the very important question, “how did you feel about that?” …and even add on “and what did you do about that?” and “and how did you respond to how that made you feel?” […]

QRCA 2022-23 President Michael Mermelstein
From the President

From The President – Summer 2023

A role model is someone whose behavior is in some ways imitated by others, primarily because role models have abilities. But it is their passion, values, and willingness to help others through coaching and mentoring that stands out. […]