January 31, 2020

Rebecca Brock, assistant professor of psychology (in white), and graduate student Frannie Calkins (in pink and gray), interview a student. Their latest research suggests that even well-intentioned, healthy support — being helpful, encouraging and a good listener — can be counterproductive. Their research findings “The dark side of helping behaviors” was published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. January 31, 2020. Photo by Gregory Nathan / University Communication.