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Mental Health 

Our researchers have $22.4 million in project funding to address the mental health crisis in America and beyond

Chronic Disease 

CPSHE researchers have $18.4 million in project funding for tackling the chronic disease epidemic across the lifespan

Digital Innovation 

With our 1.3 million in project funding, we encourage fresh thinking in digital innovation to reduce distrust and promote health for everyone

We are empowering people to live healthier lives, through critical, transparent, community-engaged research to tackle root causes and encourage action

 

 

We're hiring a work-study student

About the Job

  • 10-15 hours a week

  • Your work schedule will not interfere with classes or tests

  • You'll gain administrative and organizational experience 

How to Apply📍

Visit the FSU Careers page and search for the Job ID: 59899

Position title: Administrative Assistant

Disclaimer: You must be awarded federal work-study from the University. 

Apply Here  

News and Events  

FSU Assistant Dean of Research Named to TIME’s 2025 List of The Closers

Dr. Eugenia Millender, Co-Director of the Center of Population Sciences for Health Equity at Florida State University, was honored by TIME's 2025 list of The Closers for her leadership in advancing healthcare for all.

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FSU hosts International Health Equity and STEM Research Summit in Panama to foster global collaborations

Florida State University’s Center of Population Sciences for Health Equity recently hosted the International Health Equity and STEM Research Summit in the Republic of Panama to foster collaborations between researchers, educators and policymakers in Panama and the U.S

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FSU Psychology Faculty Speaks at Symposium on Neurodiversity and Learning Equity Uniting Leaders to Drive Inclusive Change

FSU Department of Psychology Assistant Professor Dr. Rasheda Haughbrook was invited as a keynote speaker to share her research and help collaborators better understand the challenges and strengths of neurodiversity, which are often overlooked.

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Florida FIRST Health Science Brigade

1. mental Health 

2. Chronic Disease Prevention

The Florida FIRST program is integrated in and affiliated with CPSHE for mentorship and support of the early-career FIRST faculty in their journey to apply for an R01 grant within their respective area of research

Learn more about Florida FIRST

Recent Publications

Discrimination and Mental Health Among Black and Latino People Living with HIV: Understanding the Role of Religion and Spirituality

This study found that while religiosity positively affects mental health among Black and Latino people living with HIV, it does not reduce the negative impact of discrimination, highlighting the need for continued collaboration to understand and address these complex issues.

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10461-025-04720-z

Community Psychology

CPSHE Co-Director, Dr. Fankie Wong, was a lead author on Community Psychology, 7th Edition, which provides a comprehensive overview of the field, exploring its roots, applications in areas like mental health and social services, and its evolution with a focus on critical theory, liberation theology, and decolonization. The book is designed for students and professionals interested in the practical and theoretical aspects of community psychology and its impact on social change. 

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Hepatitis C Care in the Greater New Orleans Area: Patient Perspectives on the Barriers and Facilitators to Care

This study found that increasing engagement in hepatitis C care in the United States requires addressing multifaceted factors, including personal circumstances, provider attitudes, and social systems, while also promoting awareness and support networks to enhance patient retention in treatment. 

https://muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/article/951596/summary

Safety Planning Interventions for Adults Who Experience Interpersonal Violence: A Systematic Review

This review looked at different safety planning methods for people experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV), finding that hybrid approaches (combining digital and in-person support) were the most effective. It highlights that while safety planning can help IPV survivors in many ways, more research is needed on other types of violence and for a wider range of people. 

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10896-024-00770-4

Cyclic sighing in the clinic waiting room may decrease pain: results from a pilot randomized controlled trial

Dr. Hanley’s pilot study found that a simple 4-minute cyclic sighing exercise significantly reduced pain intensity and unpleasantness in patients waiting for care, offering a low-cost, non-invasive alternative to traditional pain management in clinical settings. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39904867/