Jan Blacher

Jan Blacher is a Distinguished Research Professor at the University of California, Riverside's Graduate School of Education, holding a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with expertise in clinical psychology.

Her research examines families of children with developmental disabilities, emphasizing:

• Cultural influences on autism experiences
• Family adaptation processes
• Latino family support systems
• Positive impacts of intellectual disabilities

Publications focus on longitudinal studies of family adjustment, cultural variations in disability experiences, and intervention strategies for underserved communities. Her SEARCH program provides educational services to Latino families affected by autism while training professionals in culturally responsive practices.

No awards reported.

She mentors graduate students through the SEARCH initiative and has led NIH-funded projects on mental disorder risks in youth with intellectual disabilities.