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William Sharp
Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology
617.373.7707
Expertise
clinical psychology, psychoanalysis

William Sharp for Northeastern Global News

A screen capture from the Nosferatu movie.

Why are we obsessed with vampires like Nosferatu? A psychologist explains the enduring appeal of these fictional bloodsuckers

The upcoming "Nosferatu" is filled with repressed desire and psychological connotations that draw people to vampire stories, an expert says.
A screen capture from the movie 'Speak No Evil' that shows James McAvoy staring into a mirror wearing a red flannel shirt.

Hollywood’s remake trend continues with ‘Speak No Evil.’ Why foreign films are reimagined for US audiences

Experts explain Hollywood’s habit of borrowing stories from established sources — and why real-life situations can be scarier than fantasy.

How to talk to others about healthy habits like face masks and distancing

Be civil. Keep your cool. Let others know what you’re comfortable with, and set expectations. These are keys to navigating interpersonal relationships in the COVID-19 era, says William Sharp, associate teaching professor of psychology.