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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

My students will complete a group research project for RM this semester. We have interest in (1) parenting styles & child [cognitive] dev & (2) adolescent mental health. Other than Add Health & Youth Risk Behavior Survey, any suggestions for publicly available data for them to look into?

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Just a little over a week to apply to be my colleague! Please share with anyone who may be interested!

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Per Engzell @pengzell.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Submission: I did a thing. Reviewer: Too bad it’s not the thing I imagined while half-reading your abstract. Revision: What a coincidence, it is now.

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

🚨🚨Please share!🚨🚨 We are hiring at South Dakota State University for a 9-month TT assistant professor!! Our call is open until 2025 November 6. Attached is the call for the job; visit yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.”

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E. Lavender-Stott @lavenes.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

We are hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor in HDFS at South Dakota State University. Area of expertise is open. We are looking for an innovative & impactful researcher and instructor in HDFS. The full call is available at: yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/45598.

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Assistant Professor – Human Development & Family Science

The Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) program within the School of Education, Counseling, & Human Development invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fal...

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

South Dakota State University is hiring the Ethel Austin Martin (EAM) Endowed Faculty in Human Nutrition. 🍎 Lead cutting-edge research and impactful outreach—backed by an endowment and state-of-the-art facilities. Apply here 👉 yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/44944

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Ethel Austin Marin Endowed (Assistant, Associate, or Full) Professor of Nutrition

South Dakota State University (SDState) invites applications for the prestigious Ethel Austin Martin (EAM) Endowed Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Human Nutrition. The position, which is su...

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

I sent it your way - let me know if you don't see an email from me!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

I can send along an activity I do with my undergrads that may be worthwhile to augment to a grad level course!

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Dan McNeish @dmcneish.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Tenure-Track Quant Psyc job opening at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. Areas of interest are pretty broad (SEM, multilevel, or psychometrics), the deadline to apply is coming up soon (Sept 15) if you're interested! careers.nau.edu/jobs/assista...

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Assistant Professor, Psychological Sciences - Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

About the Department/College The Department of Psychological Sciences is located on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus of Northern Arizona University (NAU), situated at the base of San Francisco Peaks. NAU...

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Yes! In my research methods we discuss this - I don't assign that article (we have a group discussion about tips and tricks they use and I provide insight on my own) but maybe I should provide this as a reading requirement! Thanks for sharing =)

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Communications Psychology @commspsychol.nature.com · 28/08/2025

Using longitudinal data from the National Study of Daily Experiences, results indicate perceived control is a psychosocial correlate of stressor resolution and an important appraisal resource for daily stress processes across the adult lifespan. @ddwitzz.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/s44...

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Daily association between perceived control and resolution of daily stressors strengthens across a decade of adulthood - Communications Psychology

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

🚨New Pub Alert🚨 Using the NSDE, we found, on days when daily stressor control was higher than usual, there was a higher likelihood of stressor resolution. Check out the open-access publication to find out whether we found longitudinal differences! www.nature.com/articles/s44...

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Daily association between perceived control and resolution of daily stressors strengthens across a decade of adulthood - Communications Psychology

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Me: What are you dreading about this class - it's okay to be honest! Them: Writing papers - research papers especially. Me: ... welcome to my class on research methods. 🫠

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Powerhouse Almeida providing daily stress info! Spoiler: although we see people reporting fewer stressors and less reactivity, we also see evidence suggesting that having NO daily stressors isn't all sunshines and rainbows either! Check out the podcast hosted by @ryanlinnbrown.bsky.social for more!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

One reject, one accept within 24 hours. This is peak academia.

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Unfortunately, my attempt at an LRP was not funded. It's sad news, but I know I can resubmit next cycle, so I will continue to have my fingers crossed!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Other information: Master's or PhD student interested in working with first responders on a funded research project starting Fall 2025. This position is supported by a FEMA grant and will focus on physical activity and nutrition among volunteer firefighters in South Dakota.

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Posting for a colleague, please share! Graduate Research Opportunity at South Dakota State University – Fall 2025 📍 Fully funded (tuition + stipend) 🤝 Hands-on research with first responders 🌎 Make a real-world impact on firefighter health Send CV & information to allison.barry@sdstate.edu /1

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

I think it's important to mention reasons why the findings were null - a big question they could pose to the audience is what could they be missing as a third variable? but also, simply accepting the nulls as a stepping stone to answering the research question & place for next steps!

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Thùy Vy T Nguyễn @thuyvytnguyen.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Q: If a student's project does not find support for their hypotheses, how should they present it at a conference, given that all would be null findings? Any tips on what they should focus on to generate useful discussions/feedback? Repost appreciated!

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a man in a blue shirt and tie is pointing at a bulletin board with a lot of papers on it .

ALT: a man in a blue shirt and tie is pointing at a bulletin board with a lot of papers on it .

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Ryan L. Brown @ryanlinnbrown.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Treating depression or anxiety improves one's emotional health, but do improvements in emotional health translate to improved physical health? Dr. Steptoe discussed this important (but challenging) question on the Stress Puzzle. Listen now: tinyurl.com/andrewsteptoe #scicomm #affectivescience

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PNIRS @pnirs.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

#PNIRS2025 Calling all postdocs through pre-tenured faculty to join us on Wednesday at 18:00 for the Early Career Researchers Social! A great way to give early career investigators a chance to chat about the interview process, transition to faculty position, and experiences starting up your own lab!

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Gabrielle N. Pfund @gabriellepfund.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

My dept is looking for a new dept head!!! (please share) I've appreciated my 1st year in the HDFS dept at Auburn. I love the balance between basic & applied research & the values stemming from being a land grant university. If you're interested, apply by 8/15! www.auemployment.com/postings/53618

PROFESSOR AND HEAD
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY SCIENCE
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
POSITION: The Department of Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) in the
College of Human Sciences at Auburn University invites applications for a twelve-month,
tenure-eligible position, Professor and Head, with a preferred start date of January 1, 2026.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The overarching responsibilities of the department head are to provide
visionary leadership and promote excellence in teaching, research, and extension/outreach for the
Department of Human Development and Family Science. Responsibilities include managing
academic and administrative functions; recruiting and retaining faculty, staff, and students;
assessing personnel and program performance; strategic planning and budgeting; directing
program accreditations; overseeing outreach activities and centers; advocating for the
department; serving on the college leadership team; fundraising; developing community and
business partnerships; and serving as a liaison to administration, alumni, and the community.
QUALIFICATIONS: An earned doctorate in human development, family science, or a closely
related field is required. The candidate must be eligible for appointment as a tenured full
professor at the time of appointment. The candidate’s record must demonstrate excellence in
teaching, research, and outreach/service as well as strong leadership, organizational, and
communication skills. The candidate must also meet eligibility requirements to work in the
United States at the time of appointment and for the proposed term of employment.
DEPARTMENT: The Department of Human Development and Family Science embraces and
advances the university’s land-grant mission, teaching undergraduate and graduate students
through integrated classroom and experiential approaches, generating knowledge about
development and relationships through rigorous research, and applying research through
evidence-based programs for individuals, famil…

COLLEGE: The College of Human Sciences, established in 1916, provides programs that
promote living well through a focus on human health and well-being. Students in the college
receive a world-class education through curricula focused on igniting creativity to discover
sustainable solutions for improving quality of life around the world. The curriculum for each
program is interdisciplinary across the myriad of human sciences disciplines, and each seeks to
challenge students with real-world experiences and hands-on learning. This preparation produces
graduates who have a broad worldview and a commitment to building a better world. The college
has approximately 1,700 students distributed across the departments of Consumer and Design
Sciences, Human Development and Family Science, and Nutritional Sciences; the Horst Schulze
School of Hospitality Management; and the Office of Global Education. For more information,
please see http://www.humsci.auburn.edu/main/.
UNIVERSITY: Auburn University is an R1 university and one of the nation’s premier public
land-grant institutions. Auburn’s mission is “dedicated to improving the lives of the people of
Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research
and scholarship, and selfless service.” The university is nationally recognized for its commitment
to academic excellence and community engagement, its positive work environment, its thriving
student life programs, and its beautiful campus. Additional information about the university can
be found at http://www.auburn.edu.
APPLICATIONS: Please submit a statement of interest and qualifications, a curriculum vitae,
and contact information for three professional references via:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/53618
Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is
filled. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Stephen Erath
(serath@auburn.edu), Associate Dean for Research and Gra…

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Congratulations to all the first year faculty who have (or will be soon) made it through their first year in their academic roles!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Congratulations Ryan! Happy for you!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

looks like you need to print out a sign for it!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Teaching research methods has taught me one thing: I don't know how to spell Convienence.

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Patrick Robles, MPH @classicpatrick.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Yes! So excited for this paper to come out — my first first-author paper — but could not have done this without @ddwitzz.bsky.social and CHIRP's help. We look at how the association of interpersonal stressors with mood & BP vary at the intersection of age & gender: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40232781/

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Intersection of age and gender: Links between negative interpersonal interactions and both blood pressure and mood in daily life - PubMed

These findings suggest that the way in which gender affects mood and BP responses to negative interpersonal interactions may vary across the lifespan. These findings provide developmental and mechanis...

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We highlight the implications of how the study design allowed for an intersectionality approach and explore our interpretations to the findings in the #HealthPsychology here: psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?d...

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APA PsycNet

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

So excited for this one to officially be out! Led by @classicpatrick.bsky.social, we explored how momentary interpersonal stressors was associated with both negative mood and ambulatory blood pressure at the intersection of age and gender in a sample of Black and Latinx young and middle aged adults!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

If your research focuses on biobehavioral medicine, health psychology, or related disciplines - consider applying to be on the early career editorial board for BSAM!

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Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine (new name!) @bsamjournal.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Be sure to check out this new paper while it is still free to read!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

If I ever create a band, it will be my first suggestion!

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

One of the best things about using a shared google doc to keep minutes for group meetings: When "anonymous hyena" starts typing and adding to the minutes.

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Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine (new name!) @bsamjournal.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

You can follow along with members of our Early Career Editorial Board through this starter pack: go.bsky.app/7wdxZUn

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Has anyone seen any R03s being terminated by NIH recently?

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

You could do what students do and submit a document that says Error 404: File corrupted - and see if that buys you some time lol (I have never done this please don't come at me).

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

okay okay - you can have the fancy grammar thing

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Being on this list gives you Aura points, I think?

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Ask for an extension until the end of the term ;)

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Claire Kamp Dush @clairekampdush.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

I just noticed that NCHAT's @icpsr.bsky.social website has a new disclaimer "This repository is under review for potential modification in compliance with Administration directives." I am not sure what this means, but I wanted to let everyone know.

A screen shot of the National Couples' Health and Time Study webiste at DSDR, with the language "This repository is under review for potential modification in compliance with Administration directives." at the top circled in red.

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Dakota D. Witzel, PhD @ddwitzz.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

I am actually surprised that the weather has managed to be bad for approximately 6 of the nights that I teach this semester (I only teach Tuesdays from 5-8). I'm equally shocked that natives from SD tell me they won't be coming to class because of the weather.

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