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Dr. Michèle Preyde is a Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph, specializing in Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. Her research focuses primarily on children's mental health, particularly the psychosocial impacts of medical illnesses and relational disorders. With a background in practitioner-researcher collaboration, Dr. Preyde studies the experiences of children and youth in intensive mental health treatment, including residential and community care settings. Through her work, she has examined clinical outcomes, family dynamics, and access to social support for young patients and their families. Dr. Preyde collaborates with mental health professionals to assess and improve the psychosocial functioning of families undergoing these challenges. Her commitment to community-engaged research is evident in her partnerships with community agencies, targeting vulnerable populations. Recent studies have explored intervention effectiveness, family functioning during critical health care transitions, and the experiences of youth post-treatment. As the principal investigator of multiple ongoing research projects, Dr. Preyde continues to contribute to the understanding of mental health treatment outcomes and the needs of young patients as they navigate their recovery journey.
Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).