CAFÉ PR LAB
Child and Family Equity Prevention Research
Our lab investigates the impact of adversity on child mental health and socioemotional well-being. CAFÉ PR focuses on youth exposure to social (e.g., bullying, exclusion, discrimination) and contextual adversity (e.g., family stress, traumatic events). To mitigate risks, we aim to advance early screening, preventive intervention, and culturally congruent supports in schools and communities. CAFÉ PR aspires to support youth, especially from racial and ethnic minoritized backgrounds, at risk for experiencing stigma, prejudice, and victimization.
Areas of Expertise
Clinical Psychology, Bullying, Trauma, Mental Health Disparities, and School-Based Intervention
Who we study
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School-aged children
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College students
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Children who are bullied and/or ostracized by their peers
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Children and/or their parents who have chronic illnesses
Community Involvement
We are in the process of reaching out to our local communities to assess their needs and to create meaningful and sustainable relationships with those in the Hattiesburg area.