Welcome to the shape lab!
At the SHAPE lab, we conduct health communication research to better understand and improve stigma, health, and patient experiences. Our hope is that we can translate our research findings to practice and shape better futures for people who experience stigma and oppression within the U.S. healthcare system landscape.
CURRENT RESEARCH AREAS
Ongoing
Opioids Stigma Reduction
We investigate the social and psychological mechanisms of stigma, focusing on how public perception shapes health outcomes and patient behavior.
New
Maternal Patient Advocacy
As researchers in a state with the country's highest maternal mortality rate, we are investigating the ways that pregnant women navigate the healthcare system in an effort to support patients in advocating for their needs to their healthcare team.
New
Memorable Messages about Substance Use
We are currently starting a project to understand what messages have stuck with college students (memorable messages) about various forms of substance use.Â
