Tag: Child Psychology
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Ben Cotterill, Clemson University – Children’s Eyewitness Testimony
Can a child be a reliable eyewitness? Ben Cotterill, lecturer in forensic psychology at Clemson University, examines this question. Ben Cotterill, PhD, is a lecturer at Clemson University, where he teaches courses relating to forensic psychology. His research interests include personality development, the reliability and credibility of eyewitness testimony, and testing police procedures used with…
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Mary Carskadon, Brown University – Adolescence, Sleep, and School
On Brown University Week: The last thing a kid wants to do is wake up for school. Mary A. Carskadon, professor of psychiatry and human behavior, explores the science of kids, school and sleep. Mary A. Carskadon, PhD is an authority on adolescent sleep and circadian rhythms. Dr. Carskadon serves as director of the Chronobiology…
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Karen Brakke, Spelman College – Development of Coordinated Skill in Toddlers
On Spelman College Week: No parent likes a toddler with a drum set. Karen Brakke, full professor in the department of psychology, examines the development of motor skills in toddlers. Karen Brakke, Ph.D. is a full professor in the Department of Psychology. She has also served as chair of psychology (2008-2014) and as special assistant…
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Felipa Chavez, Florida Institute of Technology – Anxiety in Children
The rise of social media can leave kids anxious. Felipa Chavez, assistant professor of psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology, explores what can be done to combat these feelings. Dr. Chavez received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with a concentration in working with children and families from State University of New York at Buffalo…
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Rong Fu, Siena College – Childhood Trauma and Late-Life Cognitive Functioning
The early death of a parent can have long-lasting effects on a person. Rong Fu, assistant professor of sociology at Siena College, explores what the effects are and how best to treat them. Dr. Rong Fu received her dual-title Ph.D. in Sociology and Gerontology and M.S. in Sociology from Purdue University. Her main fields of…
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Richard Allen, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Training Foster Parents in Positive Behavior Support
On Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Week: Foster parents are always needed. Richard Allen, assistant professor in the department of school psychology, delves into how to train parents for this endeavor. Dr. Allen has extensive experience providing psychological assessment, consultation and intervention services in home, community and school based programs, serving both children and adults…
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Celia Williamson, University of Toledo – Social Media and Sex Trafficking
On University of Toledo Week: How do you keep teens safe against predators online? Celia Williamson, professor of social work, examines how healthy relationships with parents go a long way. Dr. Williamson’s research focus has been in the area of human trafficking with particular attention to domestic minor sex trafficking. She has published numerous articles…
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Yolanda Leyva, University of Texas at El Paso – Uncaged Art Provides a Voice to Detained Migrant Children
On University of Texas at El Paso Week: We’ve seen the effects of family separation at the southern border. Yolanda Chavez Leyva, associate professor of history, discusses how an art project is giving former caged children a chance to speak. Dr. Yolanda Chávez Leyva is a Chicana historian and writer who was born and raised…
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Sarah Mountz, University at Albany – Challenges of Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth in Foster Care
Foster care can be tough. Especially for transgender and gender expansive youth. Sarah Mountz, assistant professor in school of social welfare at the University at Albany, details some of the extra challenges they face. Sarah Mountz’ research focuses on the experiences of LGBTQ youth in child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and among homeless youth…
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Larisa Heiphetz, Columbia University – How Children and Adults Think About Religion
Do children and adults think of religion in the same way? Larisa Heiphetz, assistant professor of psychology at Columbia University, looks into this question. Larisa Heiphetz is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Columbia University. Her research focuses on how children and adults think about their social worlds, with one line of…