J.D. Haltigan
Developmental psychologist and social science scholar specializing in mental health, personality, and child development; served as an academic researcher and is an honorary research fellow at the University of Buckingham, featured here discussing societal trends and mental health.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 1h 11min
The Feminization of Society and the Stigmatization of Normalcy | J.D. Haltigan
J.D. Haltigan, a developmental psychologist and social science scholar, explores rising valorization of mental illness and a perceived feminization of institutions. He links sex differences in empathizing vs systemizing to social movements, social media’s role in normalizing sick‑role identities, and concerns about declining norms and discipline. Short, provocative, and wide‑ranging.
Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 2min
J.D. Haltigan - Nature & Nurture in our First Years
J.D. Haltigan, a specialist in Early Experience & Life History, talks about the influence of caregiving, social experiences, divorce, and sex differences on childhood development. They discuss the correlation between early parenting and emotional regulation, social engagement, and behavioral outcomes. They also explore the impact of digital overload on focus and mental health, and personal experiences relating to OCD, ADHD, and autism. The discussion touches on attachment theory and the importance of grounding it in evolutionary biology.
