Jonathan Adler’s work is united by its focus on the importance of personal stories for well-being.
A Professor of Psychology, Jonathan’s work as a scholar, as an artist, and as a practitioner focuses on the relationship between narrative identity development and psychological well-being.
Research Interests
The Science of Stories
Jonathan’s research focuses on how we make sense of the challenging experiences in our lives and how that meaning-making impacts our sense of self, our well-being, and our life outcomes. In this work, he uses personal narratives as a vehicle for studying meaning-making and identity development. He has a particular interest in the experience of illness, disability, and healing. He is currently working on several research projects and a book that focus on related issues of identity development and psychological well-being.