John Carlson
Professor
The impact of children's anxiety on their functioning in schools and at home is a primary focus of his research
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John Carlson is a professor of school psychology. He is a Health Service Psychologist (HSP) and Licensed Psychologist (MI). His research interests include examining the utility of medical and psychological interventions on school-aged children's behavior in educational and other learning contexts. The impact of children's anxiety on their functioning in schools and at home is a primary focus of his research. Other interests include assessment, prevention and intervention for externalizing behaviors ... that impact preschool and classroom functioning. The primary focus of his work pertains to ensuring equitable and effective educational and mental health services for those children who are experiencing challenges at school, home or in the community.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison: Ph.D., School Psychology | 1997
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities: B.S., Child Psychology | 1991
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MSU School Psychology Program Extends National Accreditation
MSU Today | 2018-06-21
“Accreditation has profound implications on recruitment, retention, graduation and placement," said John Carlson, professor of school psychology. “The history of accreditation has allowed us to bring a large, diverse group of individuals into the program and to connect them with a range of school and community-based service agencies who serve school-aged populations.”
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