The Department of Family Social Sciences has a varied research program covering topics from family violence to the aging population to human development issues.Faculty in the Department of Family Social Sciences use a variety of research methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative.
We support observational, interview and survey research, as well as analysis of large data sets and case studies.
Our observational and computer facilities are well-equipped.
We have established an extensive network of community partnerships that support community-based research.
Dr. Ruth Berry
Consumer behaviour; family economic behaviour; consumer credit; financial counseling; farm family finances
Dr. Douglas Brownridge
Violence in special populations; partner abuse; measurement issues in family violence research; dating violence; child abuse; elder abuse
Dr. Karen Duncan
Family resource management; family economics; consumer economics; balancing work and family; home-based work; time use
Dr. Joan E. Durrant
Child abuse prevention; corporal punishment; children and public policy
Dr. Carol D. Hussa Harvey
Widowhood; intergenerational relationships; immigrant families
Dr. Javier Mignone
Aboriginal health; Intercultural health; Social determinants of health
Dr. Rosemary Mills
Child mental health and the role of excessive shame
Dr. Caroline Piotrowski
Effects of Exposure to Violence; Injury Risk & Prevention; Family Conflict & Health & Well-being; Health Promotion in the Family
Dr. Shahin Shooshtari
Healthy aging, health trajectories and determinants, mental health, health services utilization, chronic diseases and developmental disabilities.
Dr. Wilder Robles
Community Development; Global Poverty; Inner-City Politics; Urban Housing Policy; Social Movements; Humanitarian Aid; Religion and Politics; Peace and Development; Environmental Policy; Latin American Politics
Dr. Kerstin Stieber Roger
Family and care provision; aging; end-of-life; social aspects of health; qualitative research; ethics; policy