Adam Clark

Adam Clark, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at the Norton School of Human Ecology, University of Arizona. He joined the faculty in 2015 after completing his Ph.D. at Oregon State University. His expertise focuses on couple relationships, family dynamics, and marriage and family therapy. Clark teaches courses on love, family dynamics, counseling theories, and mental health, emphasizing both in-person and online engagement with students.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University (initial focus on animation before shifting to family studies)
• Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy
• Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science from Oregon State University

Research Interests:

Clark’s work centers on understanding and promoting healthy relationships and family systems. He explores interventions to address mental health within families and the impact of media on human development and family structures. His teaching philosophy emphasizes proactive relationship education to support young people in building strong foundations for future relationships.

Awards/Grants:

No specific awards or grants mentioned in the text.

Labs/Teams:

No dedicated labs or research teams explicitly noted, though his teaching and research involve collaborative efforts within the Norton School of Human Ecology.