In the news: Does chronic stress contribute to dementia risk for older adults?
It does, according to HHD faculty members Jenn Graham-Engeland and Marty Sliwinski. Here's what they recommend to protect a loved one or yourself.
Q&A: Why sleep might be the best Mother’s Day gift
Doug Teti, distinguished professor of human development and family studies, recently discussed why sleep is so important for moms’ parenting quality and how dads, partners, and family can help moms get better sleep.
Kenya Crawford, 2015 graduate of HDFS, receives 2025 Alumni Achievement Award
“While I am deeply grateful to receive this recognition for my work in mental health, racial equity and entrepreneurship, I am most proud to give back to Penn State," Crawford said. "Penn State poured into me in ways that I will forever be grateful for, so this award is a reminder that with dedicated care, support and belief, the possibilities are endless.”
Research: PTSD and fear of emotions
People with PTSD are known to have difficulty resolving relationship difficulties with their romantic partners. Some of these problems stem from people’s fear of their emotions, according to a new study led by Steffany Fredman.
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