Benjamin C. Ampel
Benjamin C. Ampel
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Benjamin C. Ampel is a researcher and lecturer at the University at Albany, SUNY. His work examines how energy demands shape self-control, decision-making, and personality processes. He also explores the cultural psychology of emerging technologies, with a current focus on how large language models (LLMs) interact with cultural worldviews and influence self-affirmation, regulation, and meaning-making.
Recent Publications
Recent Publications
Mental Work Requires Physical Energy: Self-Control Is Neither Exception nor Exceptional
Mental Work Requires Physical Energy: Self-Control Is Neither Exception nor Exceptional
Ampel, B. C., Muraven M., McNay, E.C. (2018) Frontiers in Psychology, 9.
Self-control and motivation: Integration and application
Self-control and motivation: Integration and application
Ampel, B. C., O'Malley, E. E., & Muraven, M. (2016). In E. R. Hirt (Ed.), Self-Regulation and Ego-Control. San Diego, CA: Elsevier.
Sibling Resemblance and the Effects of Gamete Formation, Independent Reassortment, Paternal Uncertainty
Sibling Resemblance and the Effects of Gamete Formation, Independent Reassortment, Paternal Uncertainty
Gallup Jr, G. G., & Ampel, B. C. (2017). Evolutionary Behavioral Sciences, 11, 99-101.
In Preparation or Under Review
In Preparation or Under Review
Ampel, B. C. (under review). The incorrect usage of physical information and qualia in the knowledge argument. Journal of Philosophy.
Ampel, B. C., & McNay, E.C. (in preparation). Evolutionary constraints on brain-metabolism and cognition, University at Albany.
Dissertation (in progress)
Dissertation (in progress)
Ampel, B. C. Can AI Lessen Cultural Worldview Defense? Exploring the Interaction Between Culture and Large Language Models. Doctoral dissertation, University at Albany, SUNY. Expected completion May 2026.
Benjamin Ampel also designs and delivers accredited continuing-education courses for licensed clinicians and behavioral health professionals. These online seminars focus on personality, trauma, emotional regulation, and clinical application. Topics include repressive coping, substance abuse pathways, the role of the self in marriage and divorce, emotional regulation and rumination, the Big Five, depression and the self, and childhood attachment.
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