Dr. Dan Lannin
Associate Professor
Psychology
Office
DEG Degarmo Hall 415
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- About
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Biography
My work explores how people seek help and provide help. Through my research, consulting, and speaking, I help individuals and organizations enhance well-being, reduce stigma, and foster environments where values-driven growth and support lead to thriving communities.
Current Courses
320.001History Of Psychology
410.001History Of Psychology
390.023Advanced Research Apprenticeship
490.023Clinical-Counseling Capstone Project
599.023Doctoral Research In Psychology
285.007Honors Undergraduate Research I
400.023Independent Study
350.001Psychopathology
391.023Scholarship Of Teaching & Learning Apprenticeship
290.023Special Projects: Research Apprenticeship
291.023Special Projects:Undergraduate Teaching
464.001Theories And Techniques Of Counseling: Adults
Teaching Interests & Areas
Clinical-Counseling Theory and Techniques, Motivation, Psychopathology, History of Psychology
Research Interests & Areas
values; stigma; self-affirmation; narcissism; help-seeking
Ph D
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
MS Psychology
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
M Div
Western Theological Seminary
Holland, MI
BA Religion and Philosophy
Hope College
Holland, MI
Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year
Psi Chi & SPA
2024
Impact Award
Illinois State University (Office of the Provost and University College)
2024
Outstanding College Researcher
College of Arts and Sciences, Illinois State University
2023
Outstanding University Research Award (Research Initiative)
Illinois State University
2020
Impact Award
Illinois State University (Office of the Provost and University College)
2019
Outstanding University Teacher Award (Teaching Initiative)
Illinois State University
2019
Excellence Award for Outstanding Scholarly Achievement
Illinois State University (College of Arts & Sciences)
2018
Book, Chapter
Vogel, D. L., Heath, P. J., Brenner, R. E., Lannin, D. G., & Zhao, N. (2025). The conceptualization, measurement, and reduction of self-stigma of seeking help. In J. Siegal’s (Ed.) Handbook of Mental Health Communication. Wiley. https://www.wiley.com/en-us/The+Handbook+of+Mental+Health+Communication-p-9781394179862#description-section
Lannin, D.G., & Bible, J.P. (2022). Self-stigma of seeking help: A meta-analysis. In D.L. Vogel, & N.G. Wade (Eds.), The Cambridge handbook of stigma and mental health (pp. 111-142). Cambridge University Press. https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/the-cambridge-handbook-of-stigma-and-mental-health/C3188D907515E4F33EC670FD28EB1C06
Lannin, D.G., & Parris, L. (2022). Social media in clinical psychology; Ethics, guidelines, and considerations. In N. J. Kaslow & A. N. Ponce (Eds.), Comprehensive Clinical Psychology (2nd ed): Vol 2. Professional Issues (pp. 66-74). Elsevier. https://www.elsevier.com/books/comprehensive-clinical-psychology/asmundson/978-0-12-818697-8
Lannin, D.G., Vogel, D.L., & Heath, P. (2021). Reducing stigma through self-affirmation and related strategies. In A. Nordstrom & Wind Goodfriend (Eds.), Innovative stigma and discrimination reduction programs (pp. TBD). Taylor & Francis Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/Innovative-Stigma-and-Discrimination-Reduction-Programs-Across-the-World/Nordstrom-Goodfriend/p/book/9780367487232
Wesselmann, E. D. & Lannin, D. G. (2024). Whistleblowers as portrayed in Media. Encyclopedia of Heroism Studies. https://link.springer.com/referenceworkentry/10.1007/978-3-031-17125-3_469-1
Journal Article
Chao, R. C. L., Wei, M., Du, Y., Carrera, S. G., Lannin, D. G., Tittler, M. V., Wang, C., Liu, S., & Frickey, E. A. (2024). Effects of a video intervention and ethnocultural empathy on racial color-blindness, White empathy, and willingness to confront White privilege. Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1037/cdp0000713
Kanter, J. B., Lannin, D. G., McCaig, J., Sprecher, S., Rauer, A. J., & Yazedjian, A. (2024). The impact of specific program components on romantic relationship satisfaction. Family Relations, 73(2), 1267-1277. https://doi.org/10.1111/fare.12933
Barrowclough, M., Messman, B., Lannin, D. G., Boerngen, M., & Kibler, M. (2023). Measuring mental health service preferences amongst Illinois dairy producers. Journal of Agromedicine. Advance online publication.
https://doi.org/10.1080/1059924X.2023.2229815
https://doi.org/10.1080/1059924X.2023.2229815
Grossmann, I., Rotella, A. M., Hutcherson, C., Sharpinskyi, C., Varnum, M. E. W., Achter, S., … Lannin, D. G., …Wilkening, T. (2023). Insights into accuracy of social scientists' forecasts of societal change. Nature Human Behavior, 7, 484-501. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-022-01517-1
Kanter J. B., Lannin, D. G., Rauer, A. J., & Yazedjian, A. (2023). Relational concerns and change in relationship satisfaction in a relationship education program. Family Process, 00, 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1111/famp.12851
Magazine/Trade Publication
Lannin, D.G., & Scott, N. A. (February, 2014). Best practices for an online world. APA Monitor, 45(2), 57-61. https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/02/ce-corner
Yazedjian, A., Russell, L. T., & Lannin, D. G. (2023). Behind the curtain: Developing meaningful partnerships with schools. NCFR Report: Family Focus Behind the Scenes.
Yazedjian, A., Russell, L. T., Bible, J., & Lannin, D. G. (2021). Facilitating continuous quality improvement of programs by establishing effective collaborative teams and reciprocal cycles. NCFR Report: Family Focus on Bridging Research Practice. https://www.ncfr.org/ncfr-report/winter-2021/facilitating-continuous-quality-improvement-programs-establishing-effective-cross-functional
Textbook, New
Lannin, D. G., & Du. Y. (2025). The art and science of helping: Developing fundamental skills in a multicultural age. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/The-Art-and-Science-of-Helping-Developing-Fundamental-Skills-in-a-Multicultural-Age/Lannin-Du/p/book/9781032511184?srsltid=AfmBOopT83dPI1reQMl7Mof4AGrI2tvyZnd-0EcXkGnOUiT2yXGdjn3u
Presentations
Lannin, D. G. (2025, January). Smart goals, smarter tools: Integrating AI to enhance psychology coursework. [Presentation]. National Institute on the Teaching of Psychology. Bonita Springs, FL.
Su-Russell, C., Lannin, D., Finan, L., & Tudela, M. (2024, Nov.). History and contemporary studies of child development. Poster presented at the 86th Annual Conference of the National Council on Family Relations, Bellevue, WA.
Bible, J., Russell, L., Lannin, D., & Yazedjian, A. (2022, Nov.). Heteronormativity, variations in sexual behavior, and experience of shame and sexual satisfaction. Paper presented at the 84th Annual Conference of the National Council on Family Relations, Minneapolis, MN.
Bible, J., Lannin, D. G., Russell, L., & Yazedjian, A. (Accepted, November, 2021). Conflict and couple satisfaction: The role of partner support and self-compassion. [Poster]. National Council on Family Relations, Baltimore, MD. [Conference online]
Bible, J., Lannin, D. G., Russell, L., & Yazedjian, A. (November, 2021). Hope, relationship education, and ending abusive relationships. [Paper Session]. National Council on Family Relations, Baltimore, MD. [Conference online]
Bible, J., Russell, L., Lannin, D. G., & Yazedjian, A. (November, 2021). Lessons learned: Best-practices for assessing curriculum fidelity, participant engagement, and direct feedback. [Paper Session]. National Council on Family Relations, Baltimore, MD. [Conference online]
Boros, R., Bergner, R., & Lannin, D.G. (April, 2021). Why does belief in determinism predict the Dark Triad?. [Poster Session]. Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Conference. Chicago, IL. (Conference online)
Foreman, M., Michaels, C., Bible, J., Russell, L., Lannin, D.G., Yazedjian, A., Hynes, K., Horton, A. (April, 2021). Best practices for teachers of youth relationship education programs. [Poster Session]. Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Conference. Chicago, IL. (Conference online)
Heath, P., Coleman, C., Gladowski, J., Hoffa, M., Jorgenson, A., Wessenberger, J., & Lannin, D.G. (April, 2021). Values and help-seeking beliefs. [Poster Session]. Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Conference. Chicago, IL. (Conference online)
Hynes, K., Horton, A., Kanter, J., Russell, L., Lannin, D.G., Yazedjian, A. (February, 2021). Social media, family strengths, and psychological distress: A moderation model. [Conference Session]. National Association of School Psychologists. Salt Lake City, UT. (Conference online).
Grants & Contracts
Investigating the antecedents and outcomes of change and stability in low-income relationships. Illinois State University. Federal. (2020)