Kristin Horan

Kristin Horan, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Kennesaw State University (KSU), and a core faculty member in the Center for the Advancement of Military and Emergency Services. She holds a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Bowling Green State University. Her research focuses on interventions to enhance safety, health, and well-being in high-risk occupations like emergency services. Key areas include intervention methodology, at-risk employee groups, and the bidirectional relationship between work and health.

Her work integrates occupational health psychology and organizational behavior, addressing challenges such as pandemic-related stressors, military health trends, and first responder wellness. Recent studies explore topics like cardiovascular health in active-duty service members and the impact of precarious work during crises. Dr. Horan is an Editorial Board Member for *Occupational Health Science* and *Stress & Health*.

Teaching includes *Research Methods in Psychological Science* and *Careers in Psychology*, emphasizing scientific inquiry and student career preparation. Her research emphasizes practical solutions for workplace safety and employee resilience, often collaborating with military and emergency services sectors.