Research Scientist
Harm Reduction Research & Treatment Lab
Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
University of Washington - Harborview Medical Center
USA
Biography
Strong research professional with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) focused in Educational Psychology from University of Washington. Extensive experience in academic writing/editing and research/evaluation. My writing and editing expertise covers a broad range of documents, including peer-reviewed academic articles, case studies, best practices summaries, grant applications, scientific reports, proposals, letters, presentations and survey instruments. Because I am a Social Scientist, I possess a solid research background; combined with the ability to write for diverse audiences across a range of disciplines. My subject matter knowledge includes abnormal and clinical psychology, drug and alcohol issues, homelessness, health disparities, positive youth development, angry/risky driving, harm reduction, adolescent risk behaviors, and ADHD – among others.
Research Interest
Harm reduction approaches for substance use disorders, prediction and prevention of adolescent risk behaviors, reduction of health disparities, and promotion of wellness among tribal communities