Date of Award
Summer 8-3-2026
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Jessica Rothman
Second Advisor
Dr. Kirsty Graham
Academic Program Adviser
Joshua Plotnik
Abstract
Stress influences health, reproduction, social relationships, and survival in primates. I identified behavioral indicators of stress in wild chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) and determined whether coping strategies varied between behavioral contexts. Coping behavior differed significantly across contexts and behaviors, indicating that coping behaviors are strategically utilized in different contexts and provide insight into the emotional regulation of chimpanzees.
Recommended Citation
Williams, Leah T., "Behavioral Indicators of Stress in Wild Savanna-Dwelling Chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) in Fongoli, Senegal" (2026). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/1575
