Karen Crum, DrPH, MS, CHES, RDN
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My interests began in preventive care for individuals with chronic or lifestyle illnesses using techniques such as motivational interviewing, nutrition intervention and stress management. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Health Education Specialist with a background in health behavior change. Over the past several years, I have re-focused my efforts to help children with autism and mental illness live full lives. I am also interested in supporting their caregivers to prevent chronic illness, early death and decreased quality of life.
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Research
Current research
Effects of Faith-Based Support Groups on Anxiety, Depression and Feelings of Hope in Parents Raising Children with Social, Emotional or Behavioral Challenges or Disabilities
Research interests
Effects of Faith-Based Support on Parents Raising Children with Social, Emotional or Behavioral Challenges or Disabilities, Stress-Management for Families with Chronic Illness, Mental Illness or Developmental Disabilities (including Autism) in the Home, Collaboration of Public Mental Health with Faith-Based Organizations, Community-Based Participatory Research, Inclusion of Family Members and Clients as Key Members of Community Mental Health Planning Coalitions.