Overview
Development and investigation of cognitive-behavioral interventions, alone and in combination with medication,for the treatment of adolescent major depression and substance abuse. Treatment outcome in large multi-site trials and in community care settings. Translation of efficacious treatments into community settings, such as brief motivational interviewing and CBT for teen and young adult substance abuse. We have written and tested the manuals for CBT in the Treatment for Adolescents with Depression Study (TADS)and contributed to those for the Treatment of Adolescent Suicide Attempters Study (TASA).
Cognitive and behavioral processes contributing to adolescent depression, including attributions, self-perceptions, and coping responses.
Cognitive and behavioral processes contributing to adolescent depression, including attributions, self-perceptions, and coping responses.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
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2021 - Present
Psychiatry, Child & Family Mental Health & Community Psychiatry,
Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences
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2011 - Present
Duke Institute for Brain Sciences,
University Institutes and Centers
Affiliate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society
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2014 - Present
Duke Science & Society,
Initiatives
Affiliate of the Center for Child and Family Policy
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2015 - Present
Center for Child and Family Policy,
Sanford School of Public Policy
Education, Training & Certifications
Catholic University of America ·
1978
Ph.D.
Catholic University of America ·
1972
M.A.
Villanova University ·
1970
B.A.