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Adrian’s research interest focuses on the psychobiological mechanisms linking social influences on health outcomes. He is particularly interested in elucidating how social factors (e.g., socioeconomic position, interpersonal relationships, stigma, discrimination) result in differences in everyday social interactions and experiences translating into biological changes that impact mental and physical health.
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Adrian believes it is essential to understand how psychosocial factors lead to greater biological risk for poor health outcomes. He hopes research like his and other committed scholars focused on social disparities and human health can lay the foundation for intervention and health policy development toward healthier, more equitable communities.
DISSERTATION GRANT AWARDEE — SPRING 2024
A Multisurface Interpersonal Circumplex Assessment of Measures of Discrimination and Microaggressions
This study utilizes interpersonal construct validation methodology to examine discrimination and microaggression measures to identify the shared and distinct interpersonal patterns associated with differential social treatment. The study will explore individual’s interpersonal problems, sensitivities, goals, and internal self-talk associated with experiences of differential treatment to clarify the interpersonal associations that underlie discriminatory experiences. Knowledge gained from this research will offer insights into the interpersonal manifestations of unfair treatment.
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