Dr. Amy Bellmore

Biography

Amy Bellmore works as a Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she serves as Area Chair for Human Development. With a PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Connecticut and postdoctoral training at UCLA, she has over 20 years of experience in the field. Her research primarily focuses on the social experiences of adolescents, particularly in how they form and maintain peer relationships. Amy collaborates with public middle and high schools in Wisconsin to promote the welfare of adolescents through research. She leads investigations into the impact of digital spaces on teens and the ways they navigate their social lives online. In her academic career, she has contributed to numerous publications examining issues such as bullying prevention, internalizing symptoms in adolescents, and the role of ethnic diversity in school environments. Amy's work aims to bridge gaps between academic research and practical applications to support youth development during critical transitions in their lives.

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