Elizabeth M. Olsen
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View article: The behavioral health needs of legally involved sexual minority female adolescents
The behavioral health needs of legally involved sexual minority female adolescents Open
Legally involved SM female adolescents in this study had greater psychiatric, substance use, and sexual health treatment needs compared to their heterosexual peers. These findings highlight the need for enhanced understanding of how to eff…
View article: Developing a Mobile Intervention for Cannabis Use among Young Adults at Risk for Psychosis
Developing a Mobile Intervention for Cannabis Use among Young Adults at Risk for Psychosis Open
Cannabis use disorder is common among young adults in psychiatric care. Yet, interventions tailored to address this issue are limited. This study sought to determine barriers and facilitators for reducing/quitting cannabis use to inform a …
View article: The Role of Family Factors in the Outcomes of Court-Involved Youth
The Role of Family Factors in the Outcomes of Court-Involved Youth Open
Court-involved youth (CIY) comprise a significant portion of the U.S. population and have a high prevalence of psychiatric illness and substance use. Youth delinquency has also been associated with family variables and parenting practices.…
View article: A Review of Digital Interventions to Decrease Cannabis Use Among Patients With Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders
A Review of Digital Interventions to Decrease Cannabis Use Among Patients With Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders Open
OBJECTIVE: Cannabis use disorder (CUD) is associated with an elevated risk for psychiatric disorders and symptoms, contributing to poor health outcomes and increased medical costs. Unfortunately, interventions that simultaneously address c…
View article: Factors associated with PrEP adherence among MSM living in Jackson, Mississippi
Factors associated with PrEP adherence among MSM living in Jackson, Mississippi Open
Understanding the determinants of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) adherence is integral to reducing HIV incidence in the United States, especially for those at highest risk. To this end, the present study explored demographic, psychosocial…
View article: Motivators for Cannabis Use Among Young Adults in Outpatient Psychiatric Care: A Qualitative Study
Motivators for Cannabis Use Among Young Adults in Outpatient Psychiatric Care: A Qualitative Study Open
Cannabis use is prevalent among youth with mental illness, despite the increased risk of exacerbating psychiatric symptoms. The rapidly changing legality of cannabis has contributed to its normalization and decreased perceived risks. This …
View article: A Mobile Gaming Intervention for Persons on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: Protocol for Intervention Development and Randomized Controlled Trial
A Mobile Gaming Intervention for Persons on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: Protocol for Intervention Development and Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background In the United States, young minority men who have sex with men (MSM) are the most likely to become infected with HIV. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an efficacious and promising prevention strategy. However, PrEP’s safety an…
View article: A Mobile Gaming Intervention for Persons on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: Protocol for Intervention Development and Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
A Mobile Gaming Intervention for Persons on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: Protocol for Intervention Development and Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND In the United States, young minority men who have sex with men (MSM) are the most likely to become infected with HIV. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an efficacious and promising prevention strategy. However, PrEP’s safety a…
View article: Stress and Psychiatric Disorders: The Role of Mitochondria
Stress and Psychiatric Disorders: The Role of Mitochondria Open
In seeking to understand mental health and disease, it is fundamental to identify the biological substrates that draw together the experiences and physiological processes that underlie observed psychological changes. Mitochondria are subce…
View article: Verbal Hate Crimes in the Workplace: The Effect of Mental and Emotional Injury of the LGBT Community on the Commerce Clause
Verbal Hate Crimes in the Workplace: The Effect of Mental and Emotional Injury of the LGBT Community on the Commerce Clause Open
Mental and emotional abuse, particularly of the LGBT community in the workplace, is not a new phenomenon; however, it is one that is detrimental to both workers and companies, and is becoming increasingly prevalent as more workers are open…