The Association Between the Education of Alcohol in Schools and the Development of Alcohol Use Disorder

Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Andy Sampedro I am a sophomore at Wesleyan University and currently pursuing a degree in Psychology and Hispanic Literatures and Cultures as well as a minor in Education Studies. I’m from New Haven, CT, and looking to find a career in Clinical Psychology. In my free time, I love listening … Read more

From Home to Habit: The Prescence of Substances within The Household and Substance Use of Adolescents as Adults

Faculty Sponsor: Emmanuel Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link David Jusino My name is David. I use he/him pronouns, and I’m a senior from Lynn, Massachusetts. I am a double major in Molecular Biology & Biochemistry (MB&B) and Neuroscience & Behavior (NS&B). I run the social media account for Wesleyan’s Minority Association of Pre-medical students. … Read more

Religion and Perception: The Association Between Religious Preference and Satisfaction with Government Spending on Law Enforcement

Faculty Sponsor: Emmanuel Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Xavier Kim I’m a junior pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Psychology. I was mostly raised in Seoul, South Korea, and currently reside in the greater Seattle area. On campus, I am involved in the Reasoning and Decision Making Lab and the Korean Student … Read more

The Relationship between Working in Same and Opposite Gender-Dominated Industries and Gambling Dependency in Men and Women

Faculty Sponsor: Professor Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Melanie Moon I am a junior Science & Technology Studies major, and Education Studies minor from Lexington, Massachusetts. Outside of classes, I enjoy working with kids as a camp counselor in the summer and am a tutor at Traverse Square After-school Program during the year. Abstract: … Read more

Association between Religiosity and Optimism for Individuals who grew up with a Chronic Condition vs. Individuals who grew up healthy

Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Aaliya Syeda Aaliya is a sophomore at Wesleyan University majoring in Psychology. She grew up in Singapore and enjoys watching movies, painting and walking around New York with friends. She works as a Red and Black Philanthropy Ambassador at the Office of Advancement and is a proud volunteer at the … Read more

The Association between Parental Substance Abuse and the Development of Mental Illnesses in Children

Faculty Sponsor: Professor Emmanuel Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Nolan Charlton Nolan is a computer science major who plays on the men’s rugby team at Wesleyan University. He grew up in Fairfield Connecticut and hopes to work in cyber-security one day. Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between parental substance abuse and the subsequent … Read more

The Association Between levels of Alcohol Consumption and Socioeconomic Status

Faculty Sponsor: Emmanuel Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Tyler Flynn    Tyler Flynn is a current Junior studying Government and playing football at Wesleyan University. He is the youngest of four brothers and grew up in Portola Valley, California. In his free time he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and listening to electronic dance music. … Read more

The Association Between Drinking to Intoxication and Gambling Frequency

Faculty Sponsor: Prof. Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Ben Burns  Ben is a Economics Major and a student athlete on the Mens Lacrosse team. He grew up in Suffern, NY but currently currently resides in Manasquan, NJ. In his freetime he enjoys golfing and spending time with friends. Abstract: This study examines the link … Read more

The Impact of Cannabis Use and Trauma on the Development of Mania

Faculty Sponsor: Professor Kaparakis Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Tristan Morel L’Horset Sophomore at Wesleyan University double majoring in Psychology and Sociology with a minor in data analysis. Outside of the classroom I enjoy going to the gym, playing soccer, and listening to music. Abstract: Cannabis use has steadily increased among the American population, driven … Read more