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Brinda India Jegatheesan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Family Studies at the University of Washington. Her research addresses national and global issues in learning sciences and human development, focusing on the psychosocial and cultural contextual factors affecting child development and learning. She specializes in interdisciplinary scholarship that engages with traditional cultural contexts, aiming to inspire action and change in learning environments. Dr. Jegatheesan has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including migrant children and those with developmental disabilities such as autism and PTSD caused by family violence. She is a fellow at the Institute for Human-Animal Connection at the University of Denver and holds leadership roles in various associations related to human-animal interaction. Her academic contributions include addressing the impact of culture, religion, and ethics on care and the role of animals in promoting psychological well-being. Dr. Jegatheesan has a rich background in research, having published extensively on topics such as child-animal interactions and the implications of animal-assisted interventions in educational settings.
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