Janine Dutcher

Assistant Professor (Research) and Co-Director of the BRIDGE Neuroimaging Center

Areas of Expertise

Health Psychology, Social Psychology, Social Neuroscience

Bio

My research seeks to understand the neurobiological mechanisms of stress reduction interventions. I use multiple methods, including functional and structural neuroimaging, psychoneuroimmunology, and ecological momentary assessment to explore how these processes have effects on physical health and well-being. I also conduct translational work that investigates the role these stress reduction interventions play in improving mental and physical health among clinical and at-risk groups.

Education

• B.S., Psychology, Carnegie Mellon University
• Ph.D., Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles

Research

My research seeks to understand how positive interventions and experiences (e.g., self-affirmation, mindfulness meditation, social support) may lead to reductions in threat and stress responding. I use multiple methods, including neuroimaging and psychoneuroimmunology, to explore how these processes have effects on physical health and well-being, with the ultimate goal of finding ways to help individuals build resilience.