He earned his B.A. in Psychology from Creighton University, his M.S.W. from the University of Michigan, and his Ph.D. in Positive Developmental Psychology from Claremont Graduate University. John's research focuses on integrating research on developmental and positive psychology to examine the early life determinants of adolescent and adult well-being and psychopathology. When he's not working, John enjoys a range of activities, including hiking, soccer, swimming, socializing with friends and family, cooking, reading, and playing the occasional video game.