Dr. Anne Hughes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Anne K. Hughes is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work at Michigan State University. She holds a PhD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, an MSW from Smith College School of Social Work, and an AB from Smith College. Her academic work primarily focuses on issues related to aging, with particular emphasis on chronic illness management, HIV/AIDS, LGBT aging, and sexual health in aging populations. Hughes has contributed significantly to the research on improving care transitions for vulnerable older adults. Her selected publications highlight qualitative studies on grief and loss in stroke recovery, comparisons of support programs for stroke survivors and their caregivers, and the well-being of kinship caregivers. She is dedicated to exploring the intersections of health care and social work, providing insights that influence both policy and practice in social work education and interventions. Hughes is actively involved in research initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life and care for older adults facing complex health challenges.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology