Journal of Applied Self-Regulation Launched

Dr. Sonia Mastrangelo (Associate Professor; Acting Chair, Undergraduate Education Programs; and Assistant Dean, Orillia) and Dr. Anne Showalter (ASK Project Manager and The MEHRIT Centre , Quality Alignment) are launching a new journal: the Journal of Applied Self-Regulation. The journal’s purpose is to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share international research and knowledge about Shanker Self-Reg®.

Shanker Self-Reg is based on decades of research by Dr. Stuart Shanker, distinguished research Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Psychology and Founder & Visionary of The MEHRIT Centre, Ltd. (TMC). Through TMC, the research continues and grows in its application through the work of CEO Dr. Susan Hopkins.

“Self-regulation is the ability to remain calmly focused and alert during times of stress, and this knowledge can be applied to a multitude of situations,” says Sonia.

The first issue of the journal, to be published in the Fall of 2023, includes a compilation of conference proceedings from the Applied Self-Regulation Knowledge (ASK) Conference that took place at Lakehead University Orillia in May of 2023 with the support of a SSHRC Connection Grant. The conference focused on improving the mental health and well-being of post-secondary students, and included contributions from faculty members, graduate students, and mental health professionals.

The Journal of Applied Self-Regulation will be part of the ASK (Applied Self-Regulation Knowledge) website.