Dr. Lorah Dorn

Professor

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Biography

Lorah D. Dorn is an Emerita Professor of Nursing at the Penn State Ross Carol Nese College of Nursing. Her research is focused on biological transitions and periods of vulnerability impacting physical and mental health problems, particularly during puberty. She investigates how stress hormones like cortisol and reproductive hormones relate to various psychopathologies, including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems. Additionally, she studies how these factors influence physical health outcomes such as bone density and menstrual cycles. With vast experience in pediatrics and nursing education, she has contributed significantly to her field and continues to engage with ongoing research initiatives.

Research Interests

Biological Transitions Vulnerability Physical Health Problems Mental Health Problems Puberty Stress Hormones Reproductive Hormones Psychopathology Substance Abuse Depression Anxiety Behavior Problems Bone Density Menstrual Cycles

Experience

Emerita Professor

— Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Taught various nursing courses, focusing on pediatrics and research related to biological transitions and vulnerability.

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
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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