Professor Dr. Lynn Loutzenhiser

Biography

Lynn Loutzenhiser is a Professor at the University of Regina specializing in psychology with a focus on child development, particularly in areas related to parenthood, infant sleep, and autism spectrum disorders. Her research interests include examining parenting health, father involvement, and the mental health challenges faced by children with anxiety. She has developed low-intensity parent-directed cognitive behavioral therapy programs and has conducted innovative research on online therapy interventions and prenatal programs for expectant fathers. She has authored several publications in notable psychology journals that address topics such as executive function in school-aged boys with autism and the factors contributing to maternal and paternal fatigue during the transition to parenthood. Loutzenhiser's work contributes significantly to understanding and supporting families during critical developmental stages. Her dedication to advancing knowledge in parenting and child psychology has been recognized through various research funding initiatives.

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