Ronnie Janoff-Bulman

About the Author

Ronnie Janoff-Bulman is a distinguished psychologist and professor emerita at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she has dedicated her career to exploring the profound impacts of trauma on the human psyche. Drawing from her extensive research and clinical insights, she challenges traditional views of trauma recovery by emphasizing the reconstruction of shattered core beliefs about the world, others, and the self. Her seminal work, Shattered Assumptions: Towards a New Psychology of Trauma, revolutionized the field by introducing the concept of assumptive worlds and their role in psychological resilience. Through her writings, Janoff-Bulman bridges academic theory with practical applications, offering hope and frameworks for healing to survivors and professionals alike. Her contributions continue to influence trauma psychology, fostering a deeper understanding of how individuals rebuild meaning after profound loss.