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Suzanne Freedman is a Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations at the University of Northern Iowa. Her career spans over two decades, progressing from Assistant Professor (1994–2000) to Associate Professor (2000–2013), and achieving full Professor rank in 2014. Her work focuses on forgiveness education, its psychological and educational implications, and its application in addressing issues such as bullying, trauma recovery, and moral development. She has extensively researched forgiveness therapy for survivors of abuse and its integration into school curricula and youth programs.
Key research interests include forgiveness as an educational intervention, the psychological benefits of forgiveness, and its role in conflict resolution and mental health. Her work bridges clinical psychology with educational practice, emphasizing evidence-based strategies for fostering resilience and empathy in children, adolescents, and marginalized populations.
Her articles highlight themes like forgiveness measurement, theological influences on education, and systemic interventions in schools. While no formal awards or grants are listed in the provided text, her prolific publication record underscores her contributions to forgiveness studies. No advising details or laboratories are mentioned, but her research collaborations emphasize community and educational settings.
