معرفی
Dr. Sonia Suchday is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University. She holds a PhD from West Virginia University (1995), an MA from Connecticut College (1991), and a BA from St. Xavier's College (1989). Her research focuses on the social and behavioral aspects of metabolic syndrome-related diseases (cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes), cardiovascular reactivity to stress, and the effects of yoga, meditation, social support, and acculturation on health. She also explores global health and ethnic disparities in health outcomes.
Education:
- PhD, West Virginia University, 1995
- MA, Connecticut College, 1991
- BA, St. Xavier's College, 1989
Research & Teaching: Dr. Suchday teaches interdisciplinary courses in clinical psychology and public health, emphasizing global health and diversity. Her work bridges clinical psychology and public health, addressing how social, behavioral, and cultural factors influence mental and physical health outcomes.
Awards: Recognized with the Top Fifteen Poster Presenters award at the International Congress of Behavioral Medicine.
Publications: Includes an edited book on Perspectives on Immigration and Terrorism and scholarly articles on psychological correlates of cardiovascular health.
