Dr. Justin Jager

Biography

Justin Jager is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan, where he is also a Research Associate Professor at the Survey Research Center, Institute for Social Research. His research primarily focuses on understanding the developmental psychology of adolescents and young adults, particularly during transitional periods that shape their paths into adulthood. Jager's work examines the complex interplay between personal and contextual factors during adolescence, a crucial time for health and well-being. He employs sophisticated quantitative methods to analyze how changes in societal norms affect family and peer relationships. His recent studies address historical variations in the life-course trajectories of union formation, substance use, and the stability of social roles among young people, using comprehensive analytical approaches to draw meaningful conclusions from developmental data. Jager's contributions to developmental psychology are recognized in various academic publications that explore the dynamics of adolescent transitions and their implications for individualized health outcomes.

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