Biography
Originally from Highland Park, Illinois, Cory Scherer completed his bachelor's degree in psychology at Albion College. He then completed his master's and doctorate degrees in Social and Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Northern Illinois University. He is the editor in chief of Psychological Reports. He currently resides in Lake Wynonah with his wife, three kids and two dogs. He spends his free time as a personal chauffeur for his children and is an avid fan of Chicago sports teams.
Research Interests
Evolutionary Psychology - sex differences in jealousy, sexual attraction
Social Cognition - Person Memory, Fading Affect Bias
Influence and Persuasion
Publications
Walker, R. W., Scherer, C. R., & Hartnett, J. L. (2017). Pollyanna’s Revenge: How Memory and Emotion Foster Happiness. (2nd edition). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing Company.
Education
Ph.D., Social & Industrial Organizational Psychology, Northern Illinois University (2006)
M.A., Social & Industrial Organizational Psychology, Norther Illinois University (2004)
B.A., Psychology - Albion College (2000)