Amanda Terrell

Amanda Terrell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Environmental Sciences at the University of Arkansas, affiliated with the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. She also serves as the HESC-MS Graduate Coordinator. Her research focuses on adolescent and emerging adult health, with an emphasis on families, communities, and digital landscapes. Dr. Terrell holds a PhD in Human Environmental Sciences from Oklahoma State University, alongside earlier degrees in Developmental and Family Science, Human Development, and Psychology.

Education:

• PhD, Human Environmental Sciences, Oklahoma State University
• MS, Developmental and Family Science, Oklahoma State University
• BS, Human Development and Family Science, Oklahoma State University
• AA, Psychology, Tulsa Community College

Her research explores topics such as adolescent adversity, mental health consequences, substance use, and the impact of digital environments on youth development. She employs mixed-methods approaches to study resilience mechanisms and policy interventions. Her work often intersects with public health, sociology, and cultural studies.

Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not listed, her research themes suggest involvement in projects related to youth health and policy. No advisee names are provided in the text. She contributes to graduate education through her role as Graduate Coordinator.

Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned, but her collaborative work may involve interdisciplinary teams within the university's agricultural and life sciences divisions.