Lysandre Provost
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Lysandre Provost investigates the intricate interplay between genetic predispositions and environmental factors in shaping emotional development during adolescence. Her research centers on the neurobiological underpinnings of stress responses, particularly the "freezing" response—an evolutionarily conserved reaction to threat characterized by attentive immobility and action preparation. Provost’s major contribution lies in demonstrating how subtle deviations in toddler freezing duration (either absent or excessively prolonged reactions) are linked to internalizing symptoms, such as anxiety and depression, in later developmental stages. Her work bridges developmental psychology and behavioral genetics, offering novel insights into the early-life markers of psychopathology. With her most-cited paper (2022) accumulating 7 citations, Provost’s findings are gaining traction among researchers studying the gene-environment etiology of stress-related disorders. Her research has implications for early identification of at-risk children and the design of targeted interventions. By illuminating how freezing behavior serves as a window into vulnerability for internalizing problems, Provost is advancing our understanding of the developmental pathways to mental health challenges in adolescence.
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