معرفی
John Pachankis is the David R. Kessler Professor of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences) at Yale University, with secondary appointments in Psychiatry and Psychology. He directs the Yale LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative, focusing on understanding and reducing mental health disparities among LGBTQ populations. His NIH-funded research spans epidemiology, clinical trials, and implementation science, targeting minority stress mechanisms and developing LGBTQ-affirmative interventions.
Education:
- PhD in Clinical Psychology, Stony Brook University (2008)
- MA in Clinical Psychology, Stony Brook University (2004)
- B.A. in Psychology, Loyola University New Orleans
Research Interests:
His work emphasizes translating minority stress theory into evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBT) for sexual minority populations. Recent studies explore the impact of structural stigma, media exposure, and cultural factors on LGBTQ mental health globally. He has led trials in diverse settings, including China and Romania, adapting interventions for high-stigma environments.
Awards & Recognition:
- 2024 Emery Award (Hetrick-Martin Institute)
- 2022-23 Fulbright Scholar
- APA Distinguished Book Award (2019)
Labs & Teams: The Yale LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative collaborates internationally, with projects in Eastern Europe, China, and the U.S. Core areas include stigma measurement, intervention development, and policy engagement. His lab employs mixed methods, combining population surveys with randomized controlled trials.
