Nena Stracuzzi

Nena Stracuzzi is a Principal Lecturer in Sociology at the University of New Hampshire, focusing on gender, medical sociology, sexual behavior, and rural sociological dynamics. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in adolescent health, family systems, and community development.

• Education: B.A. in Social Sciences from University of California-Irvine; M.A. and Ph.D. in Sociology from University of New Hampshire.

Her research explores:

• Rural socioeconomic challenges and youth development
• Family dynamics and sibling aggression
• Medical sociology intersections with mental health and pharmaceutical culture
• Gender roles in contemporary society

Recent publications analyze substance misuse patterns in rural America, economic strain in adolescent health, and educational outcomes in struggling rural economies. She actively teaches courses including Medical Sociology, Gender, Power and Privilege, and Sociological Theory, with a strong focus on student research mentorship.