Areas of Expertise
Adolescence and Young Adulthood
Diversity
Cultural Identity
Social Inclusion
Research Focus
My research examines the influences of ethnic and American identity on the psychological well being of adolescents and emerging adults. It also explores what it means to be American, attutidues towards who is considered American, and feelings of social acceptance.
Subjects Taught
FCSC 202 – Research Methods
FSHD 257 – Dynamics of Family Relationships
FSHD 323 – Infancy and Child Development
FSHD 377 – Adolescence
FSHD 384 – Leadership, Ethics, and Professional Practices
FSHD 413 – Issues in Aging
FSHD 427 – Resilience & Problems in Child and Adolescent Development
FSHD 447 – Sociocultural Contexts of Development