Langhinrichsen-Rohling, Jennifer

As a clinical health psychologist, my research interests focus on risk factors, prevention, and intervention strategies for intimate partner violence (e.g., stalking, sexual assault, physical abuse). In addition, I study the intergenerational transmission of relationship behaviors as well as how family dynamics influence young adults’ engagement in risky, unhealthy, and potentially suicidal behaviors. I have conducted research as part of the National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative; Dr. Lovell and I compiled these findings into an edited Routledge Press book, “Sexual assault kits and reforming the response to rape.” Throughout my career, I have focused on applied research often with community agencies, police departments, schools, and non-profit organizations. My scholarship seeks to center the voices of under-served and disadvantaged populations, and often occurs while integrating mental and behavioral services into various primary care, social service, and public health settings. To do this work, I manage the THRIVE lab which consists of three arms (THRIVE- Healthcare, THRIVE After Violence; and THRIVE in Relationships).