Dr. Parmley’s research interests include how we interpret others’ social cues. She has examined how gender stereotypes and the ambiguity of an emotion might influence the perception of an emotional message. She has also examined how culture, intimacy, and hormonal changes can impact the perception of emotional facial expressions. Currently Dr. Parmley is investigating how emotional experiences can impact information processing. Dr. Parmley is a social psychologist.
Education Background
B.A., University of Massachusetts Amherst
M.A., Ph.D., Brandeis University
Undergraduate Courses Taught
General Psychology
Interpersonal Communication*
Research Methods
Research Seminar*
Social Psychology*
Statistics*
Stereotypes & Prejudice
Women’s Images
*courses that are taught regularly