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David S. Hong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. His research and clinical work focus on child and adolescent psychiatry, emphasizing the integration of developmental and cognitive frameworks in understanding psychiatric conditions. Dr. Hong's lab investigates the genetic and hormonal influences underlying sex differences in child psychiatric disorders, with a special focus on how these differences affect phenomenology, course, and treatment of mental health issues. He employs innovative neuroimaging and multiomic approaches to provide insights into the biological mechanisms behind sex-specific effects on psychiatric diseases. As co-director of the Mental Health Technology Innovation Hub, he is dedicated to advancing mobile mental health resources and improving access to effective mental health care. His clinical interests include utilizing telehealth design specifically for youth psychotherapy, allowing for greater accessibility in therapeutic settings. Dr. Hong is committed to mentorship and education, guiding trainees in both research and clinical practices within the field of psychiatry.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Teaching and conducting research in child and adolescent psychiatry while supervising trainees.
Mental Health Technology Innovation Hub • Stanford, California
Leading initiatives to develop mental health resources leveraging technology.
Division of Interdisciplinary Brain Sciences • Stanford, California
Overseeing the division focused on interdisciplinary research in brain sciences.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.