Dr. Seth Abrutyn

Biography

Seth Abrutyn is a Professor of Sociology at the University of British Columbia. His research primarily focuses on Sociological Theory, Youth Suicide, Mental Health, Emotions, Social Psychology, and Culture. Abrutyn's theoretical and empirical work examines the interplay between individuals and their local structural and cultural context. He has authored numerous publications in prestigious journals such as the American Sociological Review and Sociological Theory, contributing to the understanding of community-level structures and cultural dynamics surrounding youth suicide. Abrutyn is also the editor of the Handbook of Contemporary Sociological Theory and co-editor of the Handbook of Classical Sociological Theory. His current research revolves around a large-scale mixed-methods study of high schools to explore the social networks and cultural scripts that facilitate youth suicide. He investigates how identity, status, and emotions influence the decision-making processes surrounding suicidal behavior.

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