Dr. Jordan Peterson is a Canadian psychologist, professor, and author known for his work in psychology and his commentary on cultural and political issues. A professor of psychology at the University of Toronto, Peterson's research focuses on the psychology of religious and ideological belief, as well as the assessment and improvement of personality and performance. His self-help book, 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos, became an international bestseller. Peterson has become a prominent and controversial public intellectual, known for his critiques of political correctness, identity politics, and the role of men in modern society.