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| Course Number | Course Title | Course Description |
| PSY 4013/6413 | History of Psychology | A survey and critical analysis of the philosophical, social, and scientific foundations of psychological thought from ancient times to the present. |
| PSY 8063 | Intervention Techniques I | Examination of evidence-based psychological interventions. Case material illustrates theory, practical considerations, ethical, diversity, and scientific efficacy issues related to intervention. |
| PSY 2253 | Foundations of Psychology | Provides an overview of psychological theory and research on brain-behavior relations, motivation, learning, sensation and perception, memory, social behavior, intelligence, personality, and psychopathology. Required of majors as a prerequisite for 3000- and 4000-level courses. |
| PSY 2083 | Psychology of Trauma | Examination of multidisciplinary research regarding the nature and prevalence of trauma, the history of trauma studies (including impact of the women's movement), theoretical models of the impact of trauma reactions, and the nature and course of the psychological impact of trauma. |
| PSY 7223 | Theory & Practice of Clinical Psychology | Introduction to scientist-practitioners model of clinical psychology. Intake interview and Mental Status Examination skills are developed. Introduction to major theories of clinical intervention and ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversity issues in clinical work are presented. |
My research interests span a fairly broad range within the trauma field. I have been involved in a diverse array of research activities that fall into three basic categories: assessment, treatment, and prevention. From prevention efforts to treatment outcome, the underlying purpose of my research endeavors is to identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral areas of difficulty for individuals with experiences of interpersonal victimization and other forms of trauma; to target interventions aimed at modifying those areas of difficulty; and to evaluate such interventions. I am also interested in the identification and eradication of pseudoscience practices in trauma studies. My research lab is currently working on the following projects:
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Randomized clinical trial of a cognitive behavioral treatment for chronic nightmares in trauma-exposed persons
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Examination of motivation for high risk behavior in victims and nonvictims of trauma
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Determination of current status of social rules for rape prevention in male
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Prevalence and Characteristics of nightmares in trauma-exposed children
- Treating chronic nightmares in trauma-exposed children
- Trauma history and violent behavior in female inmates
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Byrd, P.M., & Davis, J.L. (in press). Violent behavior in female inmates: Possible predictors. Journal of Interpersonal Violence. |
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Davis, J.L., Byrd, P., Rhudy, J.L., & Wright, D.C. (in press). Characteristics of chronic nightmares in a trauma exposed clinical sample. Dreaming. |
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Falsetti, S.A., Resnick, H.S., & Davis, J.L. (in press). Multiple Channel Exposure Therapy for PTSD and Comorbid Panic Attacks. Depression and Anxiety. |
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Naifeh, J.A., North, T.C., Davis, J.L., Reyes, G., Logan, C.A., & Elhai, J.D. (in press). Clinical profile differences between PTSD-diagnosed military veterans and crime victims. Journal of Trauma and Dissociation. |
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Davis, J.L., & Wright, D.C. (2007). Randomized clinical trial for treatment of chronic nightmares in trauma-exposed adults. Journal of Traumatic Stress, 20, 123-133. |
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Davis, J.L., & Wright, D.C. (2006). Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy for trauma-related nightmares. Journal of Trauma and Dissociation, 7, 5-18. |
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Davis, J.L., Borntrager, C.F., Combs-Lane, A.M., Wright, D.C., Elhai, J., Falsetti, S.A., Kievit, L., & Davies, S. (2006). Comparison of racial groups on trauma and post-trauma functioning. Journal of Trauma Practice, 5, 21-36. |
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DeMaio, C.M., Davis, J.L., Smith, D.W. (2006). Clinician’s practices and attitudes regarding. the use of clarification sessions in the treatment of incest victims and their families. Sexual Abuse: A Journal of Research and Treatment, 18, 27-39. |
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Hallford, A., Borntrager, C.F., & Davis, J.L. (2006). Evaluation of a bullying prevention program. Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 21, 91-101. |
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Davis, J. L., & Wright, D. C. (2005). Behavioral Sleep Medicine, 3, 151-157. Case series utilizing exposure, relaxation, & rescripting therapy: Impact on nightmares, sleep quality, and psychological distress. |
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Davis, J. L., Davies, S., Wright, D. C., Roitzsch, J., & Falsetti, S. A. (2005). Clinical Case Studies, 4, 347-362. Simultaneous treatment of substance abuse and posttraumatic stress disorder. |
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Elhai, J. D., Gray, M. J., Naifeh, J. A., Butcher, J. J., Davis, J. L., Falsetti, S. A., & Best, C. L. (2005). Assessment, 12, 210-219. Utility of Trauma Symptom Inventory's atypical response scale in detecting malingered post-traumatic stress disorder. |
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Falsetti, S. A., Resnick, H. S., & Davix, J. L. (2005). Behavior Modification, 29, 70-94. Multiple channel exposure therapy: Combining cognitive behavioral therapies for the treatmetn of posttraumatic stress disorder with panic attackes. |
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Davis, J. L., DeMaio, C. M., & Fricker-Elhai, A. E. (2004). Sexual assault prevention program targeting involvment in risky behaviors: A 3-month follow-up. Journal of Trauma Practice. |
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Smith, D. W., Davis, J. L., & Fricker, A. E. (2004). Child Maltreatment, 9, 292-303. *Awarded best Child Maltreatment article of 2004. How does traum beget trauma? Cognitions about risk in women with sexual abuse histories. |
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Davis, J. L., DeArellano, M., Falsetti, S. A., & Resnick, H. S. (2003). Clinical Case Studies, 2,, 283-294. Treatment of nightmares following trauma: A case study. |
Patricia Byrd, Ph.D. Program
Kristi Ensor, M.A. Program
Christina Cantrell, Ph.D. Program
Shantel Fernandez, Ph.D. Program
Christiane Schneider, Ph.D. Program
Cameo Borntrager, Ph.D. Program
David Wright, Ph.D. Program
Elizabeth Mattachione, Ph.D. Program
Tera Langston, Ph.D. Program
Johna Smasal, Ph.D. Program
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