Dr. Stewart Shankman

Professor

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Biography

Stewart Shankman is a Dunbar Professor of Bipolar Disease at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. His research concentrates on the clinical mechanisms and risk factors associated with multiple psychiatric conditions, particularly the processes involved in mood and anxiety disorders. He serves as the Principal Investigator and co-investigator on numerous NIH-funded projects, exploring the intersections between mental health and behavioral interventions. With a clinical focus on assessing and treating mood and anxiety disorders, Dr. Shankman emphasizes empirically supported behavioral therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He is a member of several professional societies and holds editorial positions, contributing to the advancement of knowledge within the field. Dr. Shankman leads clinical trials targeting adolescent depression and actively recruits participants for innovative research studies related to mood disorders.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.