Dr. Rebecca Carey

Biography

Rebecca Carey’s research focuses on the intersection of social class and psychological outcomes, particularly in the context of relationships. Over the past 50 years, economic inequality in the United States has reached alarming rates, challenging the ideal of the ‘land of opportunity.’ Much of her work examines how social class experiences shape access to material resources and rank within society, which in turn influences health, happiness, and success. Furthermore, she investigates how social class impacts psychological tendencies and the nature of close relationships, revealing that these relationships are highly sensitive to social class constraints and opportunities. Her ultimate goal is to understand the ways in which adversity and inequality affect human psychology and to identify innovative pathways to mitigate social disparities. Through her extensive research, she aims to clarify the transformative effect of social relationships in alleviating the psychological impacts of social class.

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