Dr. Bonnie Lashewicz

Biography

Bonnie Lashewicz is a Professor and the Graduate Program Director in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the University of Calgary. Her research primarily focuses on families navigating the complexities of responsibilities and identities, particularly in the context of disability, mental health disorders, and chronic disease diagnoses. Bonnie employs qualitative research approaches rooted in feminist scholarship, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives in understanding care relationships and the actors involved. She collaborates with a variety of human service agencies in both urban and rural settings to gain access to participants for her studies. Her research output includes articles that delve into themes of ambivalence, decision-making, and resilience in the context of social disablement and health. Her work has been supported by multiple funding bodies including SSHRC and CIHR and has led to publications in respected journals in the fields of mental health, nursing, social work, and disability studies. Bonnie has also been recognized with several teaching and mentorship awards, reflecting her commitment to education in the health sciences.

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