Christine McCauley Ohannessian Associate Professor, Department of Human Development and Family Studies

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Office: 110 Alison Hall West, Newark, DE 19716
Phone: (302) 831-3631; Email: ohanness@udel.edu
Vita

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Education:
Ph.D., Human Development and Family Studies, Penn State University
M.S., Human Development and Family Studies, Penn State University
B.S., Psychology, University of Massachusetts

Courses Taught:
(Undergraduate)
Addictive Behavior
Adolescent Development
Substance Abuse
Child and Adolescent Health
Research Methods
Topics in Individual and Family Studies

(Graduate)
Adolescent Problem Behaviors
Theories of Adolescence
Theories of Substance Abuse
Principles of Clinical Research

Research Interests:
The areas of research that I focus on include adolescent development, adolescent problem behaviors, developmental psychopathology, and children of alcoholic parents. I have been involved in a number of longitudinal studies broadly examining the relationship between the family and adolescent development and adjustment. I am especially interested in adolescent problem behaviors (depression, anxiety, and substance abuse) and resiliency. My research focuses on addressing the question of why some adolescents from maladaptive environments turn out to be well adjusted, whereas others do not.

Activities:
On a personal note, I am happily married and have three children and a cockapoo who keep me busy away from work.