Dr. H Cleveland

Professor

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Biography

Bo Cleveland studies how people with substance use disorders maintain well-being and how various domains in their lives change positively. He works closely with community partners to tailor research goals to fit the needs of the community and elevate voices. Cleveland's research interests center on understanding the characteristics of individuals and how these are impacted by experiences and genetics. His primary research project area involves gene-environment interactions concerning substance use, especially among adolescents. He utilizes intensive longitudinal designs to investigate the social support structures that help individuals in recovery from addiction and homelessness. His recent projects have included using smartphone technology to monitor mood and cravings in individuals undergoing treatment for substance abuse. Cleveland's work, in collaboration with Penn State Hershey Medical School, seeks to leverage methodological resources to inform future interventions aimed at helping individuals build and sustain recovery from addiction. Throughout his career, he has focused on understanding the heterogeneity in developmental outcomes based on environmental influences and individual characteristics, contributing valuable insights into adolescent risk behaviors and resilience.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Conducting research and teaching in areas related to human development and family studies.

Awards

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Barnie E. Rushing Outstanding Researcher Award

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Chancellor’s Council Distinguished Research Award Nominee

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.