Daniel C
- Research Program Mentor
PhD Doctor of Philosophy candidate
Expertise
Social psychology, identity development, LGBTQ issues, creative writing
Project ideas
Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.
Explore Personal Identity Through Creative Writing
Writing fiction or creative nonfiction about one's own experiences can be a powerful way to gain self-understanding, connect with others, and even advocate for social change.
How Does Stigma Affect Mental Health?
Many marginalized identities face social stigma and discrimination, including people who are LGBTQ, from a minority race or religious group, or have a disability. A review paper can help us understand how these experiences affect the mental health of people with a particular identity, and how mental health providers can better support members of this community.