Media & Publications
Media Contributions
What I Wish I Knew Before Going to Grad School
7/6/2020
The decision to go to grad school marks an important step toward pursuing your passions! However, it's difficult to know what to expect or what questions to ask beforehand. Experts weigh in on things they wish they'd known to help prepare you for this meaningful experience.
How To Stand Up For Yourself At Work
5/28/2020
Standing up for yourself in any context can feel daunting, but this is particularly true in the workplace, where impression management reigns. However, being able to speak your mind about important issues is a matter of personal integrity. Here are some factors to consider.
The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
5/6/2020
In the digital age, it’s increasingly important for parents and educators to talk with teens and tweens about healthy social media habits. Experts weigh in on strategies to improve our relationship with technology.
How To Cope With Losing Your Job
4/22/2020
The current pandemic is highly stressful, especially for those who have undergone furloughs or layoffs. As a result, many of us are left feeling scared, depressed and overwhelmed. Here are some helpful strategies to support yourself during this time.
Publications
Nathans, L. L, Nievar, A. M., & Tucker, M. S. (2019). The effects of the Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters Program on Latino parenting using propensity score analysis. Journal of Social Service Research. DOI: 10.1080/01488376.2019.1656144.
Tucker, M. S. & Jenkins, S. R. (2017). Feffer’s Interpersonal Decentering. Sourcebook of Listening Research Measures and Methodology. John Wiley & Sons Ltd/Inc.
Tucker, M. S., Baxley, C., Jenkins, S. R., & Johnson, B. (2016). Kişiler arasi merkezsizleştirmenin evlilik tatminindeki rolü. [Interpersonal Decentering predicts marital satisfaction.] Yansitma [Projection: Psychopathology and Projective Tests], 26, 189-200.
Orozco-Vargas, E. A. & Tucker, M. S. (2015). Risk factors related to maternal self-efficacy among Mexican women: A comparison between Mexico and the United States of America. Anuario di Psicologia/The UB Journal of Psychology, 45.
