Angela Grippo Ph.D.

About

Angela Grippo, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Northern Illinois University. She is interested in social isolation, depression, and cardiovascular dysfunction. She has recently been awarded the APA outstanding scientific contribution award for early careers.

Recent Posts

The Movie "Wonder" Demonstrates the Power of Kindness

Here are five tips to teach your children to accept those who are different.

Three Tips for Staying Heart Healthy

Hint: Positive emotions can be good for your body.

The Ins and Outs of Ageism

Younger workers can face age discrimination, too.

Should You Set Clear Work-Home Boundaries?

Here are five tips for striking the right balance between your job and personal life.

Why and How You Should Take Breaks at Work

It’s wise for employers to support brief rest periods for workers, too.

Why Reveal Your Disability or ‘Hidden Identity’ at Work?

Recent research suggests keeping things concealed may not be best.

How to Avoid Communication Breakdowns

The wording of educator instructions can have a big impact on students.

How to Foster a Sense of Value in Schoolwork

It can be tricky to encourage students to perceive utility in what they learn

What It Takes to Be Great Parents

Six do’s and don’ts that will improve your co-parenting skills.

Why Stress Is Both Good and Bad

What are the pros and cons of stress and how can we cope with feeling stressed out?