Expertise

More recently, she began pursuing research interests examining the relationships between family functioning, mental health, substance abuse, and risky sexual behaviors in Hispanic lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) adolescents. Her current research examines the role of families and the coming out experiences of Hispanic sexual minorities. Her research aims to understand and ultimately help reduce health disparities in mental health, substance abuse, and HIV risk among sexual minorities.

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Organizational Affiliations

School of Nursing & Health Studies, Schools & Colleges, University of Miami

School of Nursing - Academic Programs, School of Nursing & Health Studies, Schools & Colleges, University of Miami

Education

Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation
2009, PhD, University of Miami
School Psychology
2005, EdS, Florida International University
Psychology and Special Education
2000, BA, University of Miami