Social Environments & Adolescence Lab

We’re hiring a Postbaccalaureate Research Assistant in the Social Environments and Adolescence (SEA) Lab at UNC Chapel Hill. Spread the word and share with anyone who might be interested! Applications are due November 14, 2025. Apply here: forms.gle/QfB74qZjp7SHmW…

Join us for the UNC Developmental Psychology Ph.D. Program Info Session! 🎓 Learn about curriculum, funding, application tips, and life in Chapel Hill from faculty and students. 🗓️ Oct 26 | 1–2:30 PM EST 🔗Register: tinyurl.com/uncdevpsych #UNC #PhD #DevelopmentalPsychology

Did you know that 42% of 13-14 year olds are already using generative AI? Professor Anne Maheux is exploring how digital media shapes young minds, and her research at the Winston Center is helping us better understand the fascinating connection between teens and technology. #UNCResearch #AI unc.live/3K2RfVD

Meet the newest faces of the SEA Lab! 🌊 We’re thrilled to welcome Caitlin Mbuakoto and Rhetta Power as they begin their graduate journeys here at UNC!

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Current discussion – Moderator Erin L. Belfort, MD, DFAACP (@TuftsMedSchool), and panelists Ben Forman, Meredith Gansner, MD (@MGansner), & Anne Maheux, PhD (@SeaLab_UNC), discuss the positive and negative outcomes associated with #SocialMedia use on teen #MentalHealth. #MediaAndMinds25

Moderator Erin L. Belfort, MD, DFAACP (@TuftsMedSchool), and panelists Ben Forman, @MGansner, & Anne Maheux, PhD (@SeaLab_UNC), will explore #MentalHealth outcomes related to youth social media use at #MediaAndMinds25. The clock is ticking! Register: bit.ly/3ZJhyW1

As we wrap up the semester, a huge THANK YOU to our amazing SEA Lab team! Special shoutout to: Katie Yoon (undergrad) – awarded a SURF grant Jordan Taliaferro (lab manager) – accepted to the Clinical-Community HSP PhD program at UMBC! We're proud of you all. 💙

How Video Games Keep Teen Boys Connected Annie Maheux writes on how gaming fosters social connection for teen boys, balancing benefits like friendship and skill development with risks such as addiction, harassment, and online safety concerns. Read our latest commentary: aibm.org/commentary/the… aibm.org/commentary/the…

Congratulations to Mitch Prinstein, Ph.D., ABPP, of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the American Psychological Association, who has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Career Contributions to Science Award!

I enjoyed the opportunity to reflect on the state of the science of youth technology engagement and mental health as I wrote this commentary on Maheux, Burnell, et al.'s JCPP Annual Review focused on social media component effects acamh.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jc…

We are excited to welcome Dr. Chelly Maes (@ChellyMaes) to the SEA Lab! She is a postdoctoral researcher who examines the complex relationships between digital media use and youth development, focusing on body image, sexuality, identity, and mental health.

🚨 🚨 NEW PUBLICATION ALERT🚨🚨 about bidirectional associations between online and offline appearance concerns during early-to-middle adolescence. For more info, read our infographic/visit doi.org/10.1037/dev000…

The UNC Developmental Psychology Department is hosting an information session for prospective applicants! See flyer and Zoom link for more info: Tinyurl.com/UNCDev24

Students interested in applying can apply here: gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/ins…

The Developmental Psychology Grad Program @UNCPsych is recruiting students for Fall 2025. Learn more about our faculty and their research labs here: acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc… #Psychology #GradSchool

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Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field is required; a minimum of two years of experience as a postdoctoral scholar is also required. If you have any questions or inquiries about the position, please reach out to Eva Telzer ehtelzer@unc.edu

and (5) Presenting data at national conferences and increasing involvement in the scientific community. The Research Assistant Professor position provides an opportunity to move from a mentored position to establish an independent, grant funded program of research.

We are recruiting a Research Assistant Professor to join the Winston National Center on Technology Use, Brain and Psychological Development @UNC. Apply Here: unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/287064 More information about the position below.