Dr. Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen
Positions
Associate Professor
Adjunct Associate Professor
Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
Child Health & Wellness Researcher
Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute
Affiliations
Member
Libin Cardiovascular Institute
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Background
Educational Background
B.A. Psychology, University of British Columbia, 2006
Doctor of Philosophy Clinical Psychology, University of California, 2013
M.S. Psychology, San Diego State University, 2010
Research
Areas of Research
Currently, the lab is investigating ways to intervene and change health trajectories in vulnerable populations. Research is focused on (1) better understanding how maternal adversity is associated with infant and child health problems and (2) testing interventions in pregnancy that aim to reduce maternal stress, anxiety, and insomnia and reduce postpartum mood problems. Research in the lab is also testing whether reducing high levels of maternal psychological distress and insomnia in pregnancy can positively impact pregnancy related and infant health trajectories.
In a second and related line of research, we are also investigating predictors and consequences of poor infant and child sleep both in typically developing populations and in children experiencing chronic illness (e.g., pediatric cancer, mild traumatic brain injury).
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