Laura Smart Richman
Associate Professor in Population Health Sciences
Dr. Richman's research broadly focuses on understanding factors that contribute to health disparities for disadvantaged groups. Some research areas include the role of social status, gentrification, and social network characteristics on health behaviors and outcomes.
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Areas of expertise: Health Behavior and Health Measurement
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Areas of expertise: Health Behavior and Health Measurement
Current Appointments & Affiliations
- Associate Professor in Population Health Sciences, Population Health Sciences, Basic Science Departments 2021
- Faculty Network Member of The Energy Initiative, Nicholas Institute-Energy Initiative, Initiatives 2015
- Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society, Duke Science & Society, Initiatives 2018
- Core Faculty Member, Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy, Duke - Margolis Center For Health Policy, Initiatives 2021
Contact Information
- 215 Morris St., Suite 210, Durham, NC 27708
- Box 104023, Durham, NC 27708-0085
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(919) 660-5754
- Background
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Education, Training, & Certifications
- Ph.D., University of Virginia 1997
- M.A., University of Virginia 1994
- B.S., University of Maryland, College Park 1992
- Recognition
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In the News
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NOV 18, 2015 -
JUL 20, 2015 The News & Observer
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- Research
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Selected Grants
- COMPASS awarded by Southern AIDS Coalition 2018 - 2021
- The effect of stigma on social motivational orientation, self-disclosure, and relatonship featurs for people coping with mental illness; A moderated-mediation model awarded by Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues 2015 - 2016
- Self-Generated Research Experiences to Support Biomedical/Behavioral Research Careers awarded by National Institutes of Health 2010 - 2015
- Discrimination & Short & Long-Term Risks for Depression awarded by National Institutes of Health 2005 - 2011
- Publications & Artistic Works
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Selected Publications
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Academic Articles
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Bhavsar, N. A., Kumar, M., & Richman, L. (2020). Defining gentrification for epidemiologic research: A systematic review. Plos One, 15(5), e0233361. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0233361Full Text
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Richman, L. S., & Zucker, A. N. (2019). Quantifying intersectionality: An important advancement for health inequality research. Soc Sci Med, 226, 246–248. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.01.036Full Text Link to Item
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Richman, L., Pearson, J., Beasley, C., & Stanifer, J. (2019). Addressing health inequalities in diverse, rural communities: An unmet need. Ssm Popul Health, 7, 100398. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmph.2019.100398Full Text Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., & Stock, M. (2018). Necessary considerations for a life course perspective on discrimination and health. Soc Sci Med, 215, 163–166. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2018.08.005Full Text Link to Item
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Linnenbrink-Garcia, L., Perez, T., Barger, M. M., Wormington, S. V., Godin, E., Snyder, K. E., … Schwartz-Bloom, R. (2018). Repairing the Leaky Pipeline: A Motivationally Supportive Intervention to Enhance Persistence in Undergraduate Science Pathways. Contemp Educ Psychol, 53, 181–195. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cedpsych.2018.03.001Full Text Link to Item
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Stock, M. L., Gibbons, F. X., Beekman, J. B., Williams, K. D., Richman, L. S., & Gerrard, M. (2018). Racial (vs. self) affirmation as a protective mechanism against the effects of racial exclusion on negative affect and substance use vulnerability among black young adults. J Behav Med, 41(2), 195–207. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10865-017-9882-7Full Text Link to Item
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Lattanner, M. R., & Richman, L. S. (2017). Effect of Stigma and Concealment on Avoidant-Oriented Friendship Goals. Journal of Social Issues, 73(2), 379–396. https://doi.org/10.1111/josi.12222Full Text
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Jonas, K. J., Cesario, J., Alger, M., Bailey, A. H., Bombari, D., Carney, D., … Tybur, J. M. (2017). Power poses–where do we stand? Comprehensive Results in Social Psychology, 2(1), 139–141. https://doi.org/10.1080/23743603.2017.1342447Full Text
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Pascoe, E. A., Richman, L. S., & Kort, D. (2017). Validation of the Food-Linked Virtual Response task. J Health Psychol, 22(1), 111–119. https://doi.org/10.1177/1359105315595452Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., Blodorn, A., & Major, B. (2016). An identity-based motivational model of the effects of perceived discrimination on health-related behaviors. Group Processes & Intergroup Relations, 19(4), 415–425. https://doi.org/10.1177/1368430216634192Full Text Open Access Copy
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Richman, L. S., Martin, J., & Guadagno, J. (2016). Stigma-Based Rejection and the Detection of Signs of Acceptance. Social Psychological and Personality Science, 7(1), 53–60. https://doi.org/10.1177/1948550615598376Full Text Open Access Copy
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Utamsingh, P. D., Richman, L. S., Martin, J. L., Lattanner, M. R., & Chaikind, J. R. (2016). Heteronormativity and practitioner-patient interaction. Health Communication, 31(5), 566–574. https://doi.org/10.1080/10410236.2014.979975Full Text Open Access Copy
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Jackson, B., Richman, L. S., LaBelle, O., Lempereur, M. S., & Twenge, J. M. (2015). Experimental Evidence That Low Social Status is Most Toxic to Well-being When Internalized. Self Identity, 14(2), 157–172. https://doi.org/10.1080/15298868.2014.965732Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Godin, E. A., Wormington, S. V., Perez, T., Barger, M. M., Snyder, K. E., Richman, L. S., … Linnenbrink-Garcia, L. (2015). A Pharmacology-Based Enrichment Program for Undergraduates Promotes Interest in Science. Cbe Life Sci Educ, 14(4), ar40. https://doi.org/10.1187/cbe.15-02-0043Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Southwell, B., Ronneberg, K., Shen, K., Jorgens, E., Hazel, J., Alemu, R., … Vermeer, D. (2014). Energy information engagement among the poor: Predicting participation in a free workshop. Energy Research and Social Science, 4(C), 21–22. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.erss.2014.08.003Full Text Open Access Copy
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Richman, L. S., & Hatzenbuehler, M. L. (2014). A Multilevel Analysis of Stigma and Health: Implications for Research and Policy. Policy Insights From the Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 1(1), 213–221. https://doi.org/10.1177/2372732214548862Full Text Open Access Copy
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Richman, L. S., & Lattanner, M. R. (2014). Self-regulatory processes underlying structural stigma and health. Soc Sci Med, 103, 94–100. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2013.12.029Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., Boynton, M. H., Costanzo, P., & Banas, K. (2013). Interactive Effects of Discrimination and Racial Identity on Alcohol-Related Thoughts and Use. Basic and Applied Social Psychology, 35(4), 396–407. https://doi.org/10.1080/01973533.2013.803966Full Text Open Access Copy
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Jonassaint, C. R., Ashley-Koch, A., Whitfield, K. E., Hoyle, R. H., Richman, L. S., Siegler, I. C., … Williams, R. (2012). The serotonin transporter gene polymorphism (5HTTLPR) moderates the effect of adolescent environmental conditions on self-esteem in young adulthood: a structural equation modeling approach. Biol Psychol, 91(1), 111–119. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopsycho.2012.05.004Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., vanDellen, M., & Wood, W. (2011). How women cope: Being a numerical minority in a male-dominated profession. Journal of Social Issues, 67(3), 492–509. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4560.2011.01711.xFull Text Open Access Copy
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Pascoe, E. A., & Richman, L. S. (2011). Effect of discrimination on food decisions. Self and Identity, 10(3), 396–406. https://doi.org/10.1080/15298868.2010.526384Full Text Open Access Copy
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Stanton, M. V., Jonassaint, C. R., Bartholomew, F. B., Edwards, C., Richman, L., DeCastro, L., & Williams, R. (2010). The association of optimism and perceived discrimination with health care utilization in adults with sickle cell disease. J Natl Med Assoc, 102(11), 1056–1063. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0027-9684(15)30733-1Full Text Link to Item
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Smart Richman, L., Pek, J., Pascoe, E., & Bauer, D. J. (2010). The effects of perceived discrimination on ambulatory blood pressure and affective responses to interpersonal stress modeled over 24 hours. Health Psychol, 29(4), 403–411. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0019045Full Text Link to Item
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Pascoe, E., & Richman, L. S. (2010). TIRED OF PREJUDICE: THE SELF-REGULATORY EFFECT OF DISCRIMINATION ON HEALTH-RELATED BEHAVIORS. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 39, 18–18.Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., Pek, J., Pascoe, E., & Bauer, D. (2010). The Effects of Perceived Discrimination on Ambulatory Blood Pressure and Affective Responses to Interpersonal Stress Modeled Over 24 Hours. Health Psychology, 29(403–411).Open Access Copy
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Stanton, M. V., Jonassaint, C. R., Bartholomew, F. B., Edwards, C., Richman, L. S., DeCastro, L., & Williams, R. B. (2010). Optimism and perceived discrimination interact to predict health care utilization in adults with sickle cell disease. Journal of the National Medical Association.
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Richman, L. S., Kubzansky, L. D., Maselko, J., Ackerson, L. K., & Bauer, M. (2009). The relationship between mental vitality and cardiovascular health. Psychol Health, 24(8), 919–932. https://doi.org/10.1080/08870440802108926Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Pascoe, E. A., & Smart Richman, L. (2009). Perceived discrimination and health: a meta-analytic review. Psychol Bull, 135(4), 531–554. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0016059Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Smart Richman, L., & Leary, M. R. (2009). Reactions to discrimination, stigmatization, ostracism, and other forms of interpersonal rejection: a multimotive model. Psychol Rev, 116(2), 365–383. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0015250Full Text Open Access Copy Link to Item
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Smart Richman, L., Pek, J., & Pascoe, E. (2009). The Effects of Race, Past Discrimination, and Time on Ambulatory Blood Pressure Modeled Over 24-hours. Health Psychology.
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Richman, L. S., & Jonassaint, C. (2008). The effects of race-related stress on cortisol reactivity in the laboratory: implications of the Duke lacrosse scandal. Ann Behav Med, 35(1), 105–110. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12160-007-9013-8Full Text Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., & Jonassaint, C. (2008). The Effects of Race-related Stress on Cortisol Reactivity in the Laboratory: Implications of the Duke Lacrosse Scandal. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 1–6.
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Richman, L. S., Bennett, G. G., Pek, J., Siegler, I., & Williams, R. B. (2007). Discrimination, dispositions, and cardiovascular responses to stress. Health Psychol, 26(6), 675–683. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.26.6.675Full Text Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., Kohn-Wood, L. P., & Williams, D. R. (2007). The role of discrimination and racial identity for mental health service utilization. Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 26(8), 960–981. https://doi.org/10.1521/jscp.2007.26.8.960Full Text
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Gurmankin Levy, A., Maselko, J., Bauer, M., Richman, L., & Kubzansky, L. (2007). Why do people with an anxiety disorder utilize more nonmental health care than those without? Health Psychol, 26(5), 545–553. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.26.5.545Full Text Link to Item
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Richman, L. S., Kubzansky, L., Maselko, J., Kawachi, I., Choo, P., & Bauer, M. (2005). Positive emotion and health: going beyond the negative. Health Psychol, 24(4), 422–429. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.24.4.422Full Text Link to Item
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Smart, L., & Wegner, D. M. (1999). Covering up what can't be seen: concealable stigma and mental control. J Pers Soc Psychol, 77(3), 474–486. https://doi.org/10.1037//0022-3514.77.3.474Full Text Link to Item
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Wegner, D. M., & Smart, L. (1997). Deep cognitive activation: a new approach to the unconscious. J Consult Clin Psychol, 65(6), 984–995. https://doi.org/10.1037//0022-006x.65.6.984Full Text Link to Item
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Baumeister, R. F., Smart, L., & Boden, J. M. (1996). Relation of threatened egotism to violence and aggression: the dark side of high self-esteem. Psychol Rev, 103(1), 5–33. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-295x.103.1.5Full Text Link to Item
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Smart, L., & Wegner, D. M. (1996). Strength of will. Psychological Inquiry, 7, 79–83.
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Lester, N., Smart, L., & Baum, A. (1994). Measuring coping flexibility in the general population. Psychology & Health, 9, 409–424.
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Book Sections
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Richman, L. S., Pascoe, E., & Lattanner, M. (2017). Interpersonal discrimination and physical health. In The Oxford Handbook of Stigma, Discrimination, and Health (pp. 203–218). https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780190243470.001.0001Full Text
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Conference Papers
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Boynton, M. H., & Richman, L. S. (2013). WHY ETHNIC IDENTITY AND EXPERIENCES OF DISCRIMINATION MATTER TO ETHNIC MINORITY HEALTH DECISION-MAKING: A DAILY DIARY STUDY OF SUBSTANCE USE AND NUTRITION USING MTURK. In Annals of Behavioral Medicine (Vol. 45, pp. S60–S60). SPRINGER.Link to Item
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- Scholarly, Clinical, & Service Activities
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Outreach & Engaged Scholarship
- Resident Engagement and Energy Behavior Assessment through Mobile Phone Technology. August 2015 - May 2016 2015 - 2016
- Bass Connections Faculty Team Member. LIT HoMES (Leveraging Individual Transitions into Homeownership to Motivate Energy Savings). August 2014 - May 2015 2014 - 2015
- Bass Connections Faculty Team Member. Communicating about Energy in the Triangle: Engaging Students and Local Partners to Improve Household Consumption. August 2013 - May 2014 2013 - 2014
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Service to the Profession
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