Elaine Wethington

Research Areas: Life Course Development, Health and Behavior, Stress and Coping
Dr. Wethington’s research interests are in the areas of stress and the protective mechanisms of social support. Her current projects address: 1) events and changes involving social networks and the sources of support; 2) stressful life events and other crises in midlife and beyond; 3) the positive consequences of life events and other transitions (i.e. the development of maturity and the sense of personal growth; and 4) the assessment of social isolation, community participation, and support derived from religion among older people.