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Dr. Abdallah Badahdah is a professor of sociology at South Dakota State University (SDSU), located in Brookings, South Dakota. He is affiliated with the School of Psychology, Sociology and Rural Studies, where he contributes to both teaching and research. His primary research interests include health and illness, stigma, gender studies, families and parenting, and the social psychological aspects of HIV/AIDS. During the pandemic, his work has focused on mental health challenges faced by healthcare workers and the public, particularly regarding vaccine attitudes and pandemic-related stress.
Dr. Badahdah holds a Ph.D. in Sociology and a B.A. in Psychology. His academic background provides a foundation for his interdisciplinary research in sociological and psychological domains.
His research interests are extensive and include:
- Health and Illness (stigma, mental health, medication adherence)
- Gender studies
- Families and parenting practices
- Social psychological aspects of HIV/AIDS
- COVID-19 pandemic's impact on mental health, vaccine acceptance, and healthcare providers
His recent publications (2022–2024) emphasize the psychological and social impacts of the pandemic, including vaccine mandates, healthcare provider well-being, and public health strategies. He has also conducted studies on barriers to HIV/AIDS prevention and stigma reduction in marginalized populations.
Dr. Badahdah has not been explicitly mentioned to have received scientific awards in the provided text.
Dr. Badahdah has contributed to collaborative research projects and has served as an associate editor for the Journal of Gulf Studies and on editorial boards for other journals. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams and international collaborations. He is also part of the Sociology Department at SDSU and actively engages with the School’s research initiatives on rural studies and social change.
