Leslie A. Robinson

Leslie A. Robinson is a Professor and Director of Clinical Health in the Department of Psychology at The University of Memphis. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Memphis (1990) and an M.S. from Florida State University (1981). Her research focuses on tobacco use prevention, adolescent risk behaviors, and health disparities, particularly among medically vulnerable populations. She has pioneered studies on physician communication strategies, pediatrician interventions for parental smoking, and smoking cessation programs for adolescent cancer survivors.

Education:

• Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Memphis, 1990
• M.S., Clinical Psychology, Florida State University, 1981
• B.A., Rhodes College, 1978
• Fulbright-Hays Full Grant, Georg August Universität (Germany), 1979

Her research integrates clinical psychology with public health, emphasizing practical interventions for healthcare providers. Recent work explores individual differences in smoking perceptions among young adults and gender/ethnic disparities in adolescent smoking cessation strategies.

Advising and Grants: Dr. Robinson has guided numerous graduate students through impactful research projects. Her work often addresses gaps in clinical practice, such as improving physician-patient communication about smoking risks. While specific grants are not listed, her publications suggest sustained funding from health-focused institutions.