Local Outlet Highlights Psychology Research

An article in Long Island Business News (LIBN) featured research by Melissa Huey, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology. Huey’s study analyzes how Zoom features such as video, background filters, and breakout rooms impact mindfulness and comprehension. While the study sample focuses on college students, as LIBN notes, the insights could also help remote workers boost productivity and combat the effects of “Zoom fatigue.”

“We know that when students and employees are engaged, they’re more likely to also perform better. Therefore, understanding which Zoom conditions best encourage engagement allows educators and businesses to help these individuals remain successful and productive,” says Huey.