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About

Dr. Michael Griffin's research interests lie in the interconnection between psychology and biology (psychobiology), in particular, the connection between psychological events and biological alterations. His specific research interests are primarily in the area of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the biological alterations associated with this disorder. He is also interested in studying psychophysiological and psychoendocrine changes that occur following exposure to highly traumatic events like sexual and physical assault.

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Education/Academic qualification

Experimental Psychology, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

… → 1991

MA, University of Missouri-St. Louis

… → 1987

Psychology, BA, University of Missouri-St. Louis

… → 1984

Research Interests

  • Avoidant Coping
  • Cognitive-behavioral Treatment
  • Complex PTSD
  • Dual Energy Radiography (DER)
  • Objective and Subjective Measurement of Sleep Disturbance
  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Psychobiology
  • Physiologic Response
  • Sexual and Physical Assault

Disciplines

  • Psychology