Olivier Laverdière

About

Olivier Laverdière is an Associate Professor at Université de Sherbrooke in Canada. His research areas encompass childhood emotional neglect, attachment processes, and the development of measures for body image and eating behaviors among pregnant women. Recent works include studies on narcissistic vulnerability, interpersonal dysfunction, and the mental health challenges faced by post-secondary students. He contributes significantly to the understanding of the interplay between early maladaptive schemas, defense mechanisms, and mental health outcomes.