About
Gretchen Snethen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Temple University's College of Public Health. She also serves as Assistant Director for the NIDILRR-funded Temple University Collaborative on Community Inclusion. Her research explores the intersection of mental health rehabilitation, environmental factors, and community participation for individuals with serious mental illnesses.
- PhD in Leisure Behavior, Indiana University
- MS in Recreational Therapy Administration, East Carolina University
- BA in English, The University of Kansas
Her research focuses on:
- Environmental determinants of community participation
- Recreation-based interventions for mental health
- Physical activity promotion for adults with mental illnesses
- Assistive technology applications in therapeutic recreation
Recent publications highlight trends in community mobility, social participation, and wellness interventions for mental health populations. She also contributes to evidence-based practice through leadership in the American Therapeutic Recreation Association's task force.
0Publications listed
