June Tangney

Moral Emotion Theorist

Dr. June Tangney is a distinguished psychologist whose pioneering work on shame and guilt reshaped how we understand moral emotions. Co-author of *Shame and Guilt*, she introduced nuanced distinctions between these emotions, influencing both academic theory and practical applications in criminal justice reform and psychotherapy.

Ideas from June Tangney on Insights

• Why Shame Protects You
  Psychological