Professor Dr. Matthew Johnson

Biography

Matthew Johnson is a Professor in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta, specializing in Human Ecology. His research focuses on understanding the development of couple relationships and their implications on mental health transitions, particularly during adulthood. He is a co-investigator in the Edmonton Transitions Study (ETS), a long-term study involving a longitudinal sample of Edmontonians aged 18 to 50 aimed at understanding life transitions, including the formation of intimate unions. His research incorporates data from the German Family Panel (pairfam), investigating various aspects of couple dynamics, including men’s housework contributions, partner support, and mental health implications. He is known for exploring the longitudinal relationships between couple dynamics and developmental stages, alongside examining the intricacies of immigrant couple relationships. Matthew is dedicated to mentoring graduate students interested in the study of couples and teaches courses related to intimate relationships.

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