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Dr. Susan Frauenholtz is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Her work focuses on mental health literacy, community-based systems of care, and the intersection of mental health with education and policy. She has extensively researched youth mental health experiences, caregiver perceptions, and interdisciplinary collaboration in school settings. Her research often emphasizes improving access to care, reducing stigma, and enhancing provider and caregiver competencies.
Key areas of expertise include mental health literacy among parents, youth, and school employees; system-of-care models for children’s mental health; and the impact of policy changes like the Affordable Care Act on social work practice. Dr. Frauenholtz has contributed to evaluating programs such as Mental Health First Aid-USA and has explored barriers to treatment retention for underserved youth.
Her publications highlight themes of cultural adaptation in mental health interventions, provider-caregiver dynamics, and the role of social workers in bridging gaps between healthcare systems and communities. While no awards or grants are explicitly listed, her research demonstrates a commitment to actionable solutions for improving mental health outcomes through education and systemic change.
