Psychology
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What's made rates of degree attainment for immigrant students spike?
Psychology Professor Emerita Catherine Cooper was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor story about higher rates of degree attainment among immigrants and the support programs that foster student success.
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When You’ve Transitioned But Your Voice Hasn’t Caught Up
Psychology Professor Phil Hammack was quoted in an article in Tonic about new options for transgender people coping with a voice that doesn't match their gender identity.
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An open letter to men about rape
Psychology Professor Eileen Zurbriggen penned an op-ed for the Santa Cruz Sentinel about sexual aggression and the steps men can take to help eliminate rape.
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Beyond ‘no means no’: How to talk to teenage boys about consent
Psychology Professor Cam Leaper was quoted in a Washington Post article about talking to teenage boys about consent.
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Black Space, White Blindness
Assistant Professor of Psychology Courtney Bonam's research on white stereotypes about black neighborhoods was featured in an article in Slate.
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Books N Bags: Kindergarten's the right time to start a little library
The Missourian cited research by Psychology Professor Emeritus Dominic Massaro in an article about kindergartners and reading.
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Distressing statistics about HIV testing and prevention
CompassQ covered the results of a study by Psychology Professor Phil Hammack that assessed the use of HIV prevention medication and HIV testing among sexually active gay and bisexual men.
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How "Trial by Media" Can Undermine the Courtroom
In an article about how media bias impacts the right to a fair trial, Psychology Today cited research by Psychology Professor Craig Haney.
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UC Santa Cruz Study Shows Increased Deportations Create Fear, Anxiety, Mistrust
KQED Radio's California Report picked up a KAZU Radio interview with Psychology Professor Regina Langhout, who discussed the ripple effects of U.S. policy regarding deportations and family separation.
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Deportation and its aftermath: What can Santa Cruz do now?
Psychology Professor Regina Langhout penned an op-ed for the Santa Cruz Sentinel about how the local community can respond to the cascading effects of U.S. policies regarding deportation and family separation.
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UCSC Professor Calls Effects Of Deportation A Public Health Crisis
Psychology Professor Regina Langhout was featured in a KAZU Radio report about the communitywide effects of U.S. policies regarding deportation and forced separation.
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How to Meet Autistic People Halfway
Psychology Professor Nameera Akhtar coauthored an op-ed for the New York Times about new insights into the social desires of people with autism.