Dr. Derrick Gordon

Biography

Derrick Gordon, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine, with a specialization in Psychology. He serves as the Director of the Program for Male Development and has significant expertise in intervention and prevention development. His research primarily examines federal and state-funded projects focusing on the factors that support or undermine men transitioning from prison back to the community, particularly engaging low-income, non-custodial fathers, and addressing the needs of adolescent fathers involved with child protection services. Dr. Gordon's portfolio includes funding from the NIH, various foundations, HHS, local governments, and community-based programs. His ongoing research emphasizes enhancing men's health and encouraging positive family and community involvement, along with providing mentorship for pre- and post-doctoral fellows. His work aims to identify barriers to accessing preventive health care services among men on the fringes of society.

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