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Scott Leon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Loyola University Chicago, specializing in Clinical Psychology. He holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University (2002) and a B.A. from the University of California, San Diego (1995). His research focuses on the role of natural support networks in child development within foster care systems, guided by Ecological Systems Theory and the Convoy Model of Social Relations.
His work explores:
- Influence of extended family and fictive kin on emotional, behavioral, and educational outcomes for foster children
- Impact of paternal involvement, including non-custodial and incarcerated fathers
- Interaction between Adverse and Positive Childhood Experiences (ACEs/PCEs) in predicting well-being
Key findings from the PACE Lab include protective effects of strong social networks against internalizing symptoms and enhanced placement stability. Collaborative studies span multiple states (Idaho, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin) and large datasets (up to 25,000 children).
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