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The Health Psychologist
The Electronic Magazine (E-Zine) of SfHP
This publication focuses on the dissemination of health psychology related information that is intriguing, pertinent, educational, and practical. The goal is to showcase relevant information in the field of health psychology and highlight works in clinical practice, program development, research, advocacy for the practice of health psychology and equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives. It is also a place where SfHP members can communicate and highlight their passion for the field of Health Psychology.
Pro Tips for Building a Specialty Care Integrated Practice: APA Integrated Specialty Care (ISC) Awareness Committee
In our Interdisciplinary Corner, Dr. Ashton and colleagues offer practical tips for building an integrated specialty care practice.
Bridging Gaps Between Health Psychology and Lifestyle Medicine
Delilah Harounian describes the opportunity for utilizing the six pillars of lifestyle medicine as health psychologists to treat individuals with chronic health conditions through a holistic approach.
Disorders of the Gut-Brain Interaction: A Cross-Cultural Concern that CAN be Treated!
Drs. Ellen Joseph and Tiffany Duffing discuss the gut-brain interaction and the disorders that occur as a result. They described the significant impact of discrimination within marginalized communities experiencing these disorders of the gut-brain interaction while advocating for the need for changing the patient’s experience in order to better treat and provide relief for these individuals.
“Drop and give me a thought log!”: The Role of a Military Health Psychologist
Dr. Kim explains working as a military health psychologist and the impact of mental health within this population.
Opportunities and Challenges of Pediatric Integrated Primary Care
Nicole showcases the need for integration in pediatric primary care and the models designed to implement this approach to serving children and adolescents.
A Tribute to Neil Schneiderman, Ph.D. from the University of Miami Health Psychology Faculty and Graduate Students
The University of Miami Health Psychology Faculty and Graduate Students provided a beautiful tribute to Dr. Neil Schneiderman, describing his alcaldes.
Unlocking the Potential of Secondary Data Analysis from Existing Databases: A Relevant Approach for Health Psychology Research
In this article, Dr. Jessica Emick and colleagues share some of the benefits they have experienced in working on secondary data analysis projects, as well as some personal reflections from both faculty and graduate students.
Addressing the Truth About the Crisis of Youth: Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health
Dr. Alice Schluger evaluates the impact of COVID-19 on the adolescent population and the crisis that is being faced for these young people.
Informing Our Future by Honoring Our Past
Dr. Barbara Ward-Zimmerman reflects on the long history of our Division and the upcoming historical mark of 50 years! Dr. Ward-Zimmerman describes how our past will be used to inform our future in growing this Division.
Water Your Roots
Dr. Meg Crotty illustrates the journey from graduate school to become an early career psychologist and the relationships made along the way.
Caring for Survivors of COVID-19 and Healthcare Providers During the Pandemic
Dr. Dina Goldstein Silverman provides multiple case examples of how to care for survivors of COVID-19 as their mental health has been affected by the virus.
Meet the Editor in Chief
Kourtney Schroeder, Psy.D., is the Editor in Chief for the Health Psychologist E-zine (2022-2025). She received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Schroeder graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Women’s Studies. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Community Healthlink Youth and Family Services. Dr. Schroeder is currently a licensed Clinical Psychologist at Ascension St. Vincent’s Family Medicine Center Residency Program.