Dr. Denise Hien's lab focuses on improving treatments for individuals with co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorders. By using advanced meta-analysis techniques on individual patient data, the lab aims to identify effective treatment strategies that enhance recovery outcomes. The research explores how to better integrate prolonged exposure therapy into substance use treatment programs to achieve significant improvements in mental health and substance use.

Dr. Evan Kleiman's lab at Rutgers focuses on understanding suicide risk in preteen children aged 8 to 12, a group with rising rates of suicidal thoughts and attempts. Their research aims to develop better assessment tools that are appropriate for the developmental stage of preteens, and to identify different patterns of risk factors that can inform interventions. Ultimately, the lab seeks to improve the safety and well-being of at-risk youth, particularly those transitioning out of psychiatric care.

Dr. Nicole M. Cain's lab at Rutgers University focuses on understanding the links between social disconnection and suicidal thoughts in older adults. The research aims to explore how negative life events contribute to these thoughts and how certain personal vulnerabilities can influence this relationship. Through various assessments and longitudinal studies, her team seeks to provide insights that can improve suicide risk assessments and develop personalized treatments for older adults experiencing these issues.