Carolyn Bates, Ph.D.

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  • Assistant Professor, Pediatrics

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Biography —

Dr. Bates' program of research focuses on promoting positive health outcomes for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer, with a particular focus on the role of the family. She has experience conducting qualitative and mixed-method research examining the impact of stress on the family context, and how positive family behaviors may buffer the impact of stress on child health and wellbeing. Dr. Bates' current work centers on adapting a family-based health promotion intervention to meet the specific needs of families of youth with cancer. She is also involved in a growing program of research centered on improving transition to adult healthcare for adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer or cancer history.

Current Research and Grants
  • A Healthy Weight Intervention for Family Stress during the Early Phases of ALL Treatment: NOURISH-ALL, National Cancer Institute, PI

Education —

B.A. in Psychology, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Internship, Pediatric Psychology, Children's Mercy, Kansas City, MO
Post Doctoral Fellowship, Pediatric Psychology, Children's Mercy, Kansas City, MO

Memberships —

  • Society of Behavioral Medicine, Child and Family Health SIG Advisory Board, Member, 2022 - Present
  • Society of Pediatric Psychology, Member, 2017 - Present
  • American Psychological Association, Member, 2015 - Present