Aurelie Lucette

Aurelie Lucette serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Miami. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and health outcomes, particularly in contexts of serious illness and bereavement.

Dr. Lucette's research interests center on the psychological aspects of spirituality and religiousness, particularly examining how these factors influence coping mechanisms, mental health outcomes, and physiological markers in individuals facing serious health challenges. Her work spans multiple domains including cancer caregiving, bereavement processes, HIV/AIDS research, and the relationship between spiritual practices and health outcomes. She has conducted extensive longitudinal research examining how spiritual coping strategies affect survival rates and psychological well-being in medically ill populations.

Analysis of Dr. Lucette's publication record reveals a consistent focus on the role of spirituality in health contexts, with particular emphasis on bereavement, HIV/AIDS, and cancer caregiving. Her research demonstrates how spiritual coping mechanisms, religious practices, and sense of meaning can serve as protective factors against psychological distress and even influence physiological markers and survival outcomes. The interdisciplinary nature of her work bridges psychology, medicine, and religious studies, contributing valuable insights to our understanding of how spiritual resources can enhance resilience during health crises.

Dr. Lucette has collaborated extensively with researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, particularly with Dr. Gail Ironson's team, on longitudinal studies examining the relationship between spiritual coping and health outcomes in HIV-positive individuals. Her research has been published in high-impact journals across psychology, medicine, and palliative care disciplines, demonstrating the broad relevance of her work.