Arizona State University Campus Immersion · Social ScienceKulis Parenting Lab
Stephen S. Kulis · Tempe, Arizona
Research Focus
Dr. Stephen S. Kulis leads research focused on improving the well-being of urban American Indian and Alaska Native families through culturally appropriate parenting interventions. His lab investigates the effects of a program called Parenting in 2 Worlds, which aims to enhance parenting skills and family dynamics while addressing pressing health disparities. The research involves testing this intervention across several urban locations in the U.S. to tailor and improve strategies for better family health outcomes among diverse communities.
urban healthAmerican Indian familiesparenting interventionssubstance useyouth behaviorfamily dynamicscultural competencemental healthrisk behaviorshealth disparities
Research Aims
4AIM 01Test the effectiveness of Parenting in 2 Worlds across diverse urban American Indian communities.
AIM 02Evaluate how socioeconomic factors and cultural identity affect the intervention's outcomes.
AIM 03Analyze changes in youth health behaviors related to parenting improvements.
AIM 04Explore the mediation effects of parenting skills on adolescent mental health and risk behaviors.
Skills the Lab Values
family intervention strategiesrandomized controlled trialsqualitative interviewsdata collection and analysiscommunity outreachcollaborative researchcultural competency trainingprogram evaluationsurvey designstatistical analysis
Output against the department
Publications198top 32% of dept.25th of 77
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Citations6.0ktop 38% of dept.29th of 77
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most citedleast cited
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