Dr. Stephen Hinshaw

Professor

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Biography

Stephen P. Hinshaw is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and co-director of the UCSF-UC Berkeley Schwab Dyslexia Cognitive Diversity Center. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA and his undergraduate degree from Harvard University. His research focuses on developmental psychopathology, particularly addressing issues such as ADHD, mental illness stigma, and youth preventive interventions. Hinshaw has authored over 420 articles and 11 books, including 'Kind Madness' which details his family's experiences with mental illness. He is recognized for his contributions to psychology with several prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Distinguished Scientist Award from the Society of Clinical Psychology and the Ruane Prize from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation. Hinshaw's research has been supported by significant funding, including $20 million from NIH. He has served in editorial roles and is a fellow of several psychological associations. His commitment to teaching has also been honored with multiple awards, demonstrating his impact both in research and education.

Research Interests

Courses

Psychology 131 (Developmental Psychopathology) Psychology 130 (Clinical Psychology) Psychology 290 (Clinical Psychopharmacology) Psychology 230 (Proseminar Clinical Science)

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.