Jennifer Linde

Jennifer Linde, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota's Division of Epidemiology & Community Health, with expertise in weight-related health, behavioral intervention development, and psychometrics. Her work bridges clinical psychology with public health strategies to address obesity and eating disorders.

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Iowa
• MA in Psychology, University of Iowa
• AB in Psychology, University of Michigan

Her research focuses on:

• Behavioral monitoring during weight control
• Public health messaging around weight
• Family-based obesity prevention programs
• Clinical psychology applications to eating disorders
• Questionnaire development for health assessment

Key trends in her publications (2022-2023) include:

• Family-focused interventions for rural child obesity
• Self-monitoring in weight management
• Role modeling in parent-child dietary habits
• Scalable behavioral programs for college students

Scientific Awards:

• Member, Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health

She serves as a consultant on obesity intervention and mental health assessment, with no explicitly listed grants or advising roles in the provided text.