Request for journal submissions: "Self-harm and Suicide: A Global Priority" | |
Jerome Galea, PhD, an associate professor of social work, is serving as the lead guest editor for the special issue "Self-harm and Suicide: A Global Priority" in Cambridge Prisms: Global Mental Health. In line with the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day, “Changing the Narrative,” this issue will cover the policy, economic, surveillance, and intervention programs that have helped countries either effectively address or worsen suicide and suicide attempts.
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MHLP visiting research scholar publishes analysis on local homelessness data | |
Freeman Gerhardt, PhD, a visiting research scholar in the Department of Mental Health Law and Policy (MHLP), prepared a report on the 2024 Pinellas County Point in Time Count, which analyzes the number of unsheltered and sheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night. His report provides key insights into the scope of homelessness to help reduce homelessness and give a voice to those who are underrepresented.
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Social work faculty member appointed as CSWE Board of Accreditation site visitor
David Kilmnick, PhD, MSW, an assistant professor of instruction in the School of Social Work, was appointed as a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Board of Accreditation site visitor. In this role he will be reviewing programs’ self-studies, conducting visits, and writing site visit reports on behalf of CSWE. Read more.
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USF study looks in to how to prevent dementia and how to detect it earlier
Bay News 9
"A study that could help with Alzheimer's prevention is underway at USF, and it has been for some time, but researchers are now looking to enroll new participants."
**Researchers in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders are involved in the mentioned study.**
Scammers using AI to clone voices: How to protect yourself and your information
WBTV - Charlotte
"'Historically they had to manually go out and steal credit cards,' cybersecurity expert Dr. Thomas Hyslip said. 'Now with AI they can take what they already have and use that to enhance their ability to commit fraud.'"
USF associate professor is raising awareness about suicide prevention
WTSP (CBS) - Tampa
"We spoke to Dr. Kristin Kosyluk, an associate professor at USF, about how she's raising awareness here at home. 'Common stereotypes is people with mental illness...'"
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A great grandmother inspired this student's research into dementia
USF News - St. Petersburg
"That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training (PACT) study."
More than 700 people face homelessness in Pinellas County, new 2024 report shows
Fox 13 Tampa Bay
"According to the new 2024 Pinellas County Point in Time (PIT) Count Report, an annual look at the state of homelessness in St. Pete shows the county counted 721 unhoused people in 2024, about a 12% increase from 2023."
**This article references the report completed by Feeman Gerhardt, PhD, a visiting research scholar in MHLP. **
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Jiang, Y., Li, M., Kwon, S., Zhu, Y., Wu, B., & Tang, F. (2024). Impacts of acculturation on depressive symptoms and activities of daily living of US older Chinese immigrants. The Gerontologist. doi:10.1093/geront/gnae124
Knode, J. L., Carter, T. M., & Wolfe, S. E. (2024). Driving While Broke: The Role of Class Signals in Police Discretion. Justice Quarterly, 1–30. doi:10.1080/07418825.2024.2398543
Pourbehzadi, M., Javidi, G., Howell, C.J., Kamar, E., & Sheybani, E. (2024). Enhanced (cyber) situational awareness: Using interpretable principal component analysis (iPCA) to automate vulnerability severity scoring. Decision Support Systems. doi:10.1016/j.dss.2024.114308
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Powers, R.A., Burckley, J. & Centelles, V. (2024). The Legality of Labor and Perceptions of Deservingness of Rights and Services for Sex Workers. Archives of Sexual Behavior. doi:10.1007/s10508-024-02951-0
Santos, M.R. & Yogev, D. (2024). How October 7, 2023, changed fear and exposure to hate among Jewish members of universities: a research note. Journal of Experimental Criminology. doi:10.1007/s11292-024-09638-5
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Upcoming Events & Deadlines | |
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Volunteers age 65+ needed for study on preventing Alzheimer's disease
The Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training (PACT) team is recruiting volunteers to participate in their research study to see if computerized training exercises reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Interested adults who are 65 years or older, do not have any neurological disorders, have not had a stroke or brain injury, and do not have mild cognitive impairment or dementia, should visit www.PACTstudy.org for more information.
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Prevent-Teach-Reinforce (PTR) Model Training
Sept. 27 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
The Prevent-Teach-Reinforce (PTR) Model Training facilitated by Rose Iovannone, PhD, BDBA-D, is an eight-hour training divided into two parts, offered on two different days. The trainings cover the PTR Model, research supporting its efficacy, and the five steps of the PTR process. Organizers recommend that individuals attend the entire training on both days.
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Faculty Media Training
Oct. 11 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
Learn how to maximize your exposure through the media and across USF platforms. UCM’s Faculty Media Training will include best practices in a variety of areas - from working with reporters, to framing your expertise for a general audience. The Faculty Media Training will help you grow more confident speaking about your research.
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Faculty Town Hall on SB 266, Diversity & Inclusion
Oct. 11 | 1-2 p.m.
MHC Atrium & Microsoft Teams
Hear from Senior Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel Gerard Solis, JD, about SB 266, diversity and inclusion at USF. Other guest speakers include Kathy Black, PhD; Yazmin Castellano, MA; and Emma Walker, MA, BCBA.
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2024 Virtual Fall Forensic Trainings
Nov. 14 & 15 | Dec. 5, 6, & 7
The Department of Mental Health Law and Policy's 2024 Continuing Education Forensic Training Series for Mental Health Professionals addresses forensic evaluation of adults and juveniles involved in the legal system.
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