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Beth G. Wildman, Ph.D.

Education: Ph.D., University of North Carolina - Greensboro (1977)

Research Interests

Research focuses on identification and intervention for children with behavioral problems in pediatric settings. We are currently evaluating the impact of an intervention program on pediatrician referral and parental adherence. This research has the goal of applying theories of change in primary care and prevention to improve pediatrician management of behavioral problems in children.

Courses Frequently Taught

  • Multicultural Psychology (undergraduate)
  • Child Psychotherapy (graduate)
  • Pediatric Psychology (graduate)

Recent Publications

Bilfield, S.*, Wildman, B.G., & Karzsia, B.* (2006). Brief report: The Relationship Between Chronic Illness and Identification and Management of Psychosocial Problems in Pediatric Primary Care. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 31, 813-817.

Barlow, M.*, Wildman, B., & Stancin, T. (2005). Mother's Help-Seeking for Pediatric Psychosocial Problems. Clinical Pediatrics, 44, 161-167.

Wildman, B.G., Stancin, T., Golden, C.* & Yerkey, T.* (2004). Maternal distress, child behavior and disclosure of psychosocial concerns to a pediatrician. Child: Health, Care and Development, 30, 385-394.

Yerkey, T.* & Wildman, B.G. (2004). Use of information about maternal distress and negative life events to facilitate identification of psychosocial problems in children. Family Practice: An International Journal, 21, 261-265.

Wildman, B. G. & Stancin, T. (2004). A Model of Obstacles to Identification and Treatment of Pediatric Psychosocial Problems. In B.G. Wildman & T. Stancin (Eds.) New Directions for Research and Treatment of Pediatric Psychosocial Problems in Primary Care. Greenwich, CN: Information Age Publishing.

* denotes graduate student authors