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Areas of Scholarship
- Psychosocial oncology
- Nursing science
- Family science
- Behavioral neuroscience
- Psychology
Research interests
- Influence of relational factors (e.g., family support) on racial-ethnic minority health
- Resiliency factors in family systems
Other work
Postdoctoral Scholar in the Cancer Control Training in Disparities and Equity (C-TIDE) program at the University of Miami, where Dr. Worch focused on biostatistics alongside research examining coping mechanisms, cardio-metabolic comorbidities, and quality of life in Hispanic cancer survivors. In her post-doctoral position, she also focused on bringing a family systems lens to research with under-represented cancer patients and their family members.
Professional Qualifications, Certifications, and Licenses
- AAMFT Clinical Fellow
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MT3383) in the state of Florida
- Certified Nutrition and Mental Health Practitioner
Awards and Honors
- Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant award
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Education/Academic qualification
Psychology, B.A., Bethel University
Psychology, M.A., Florida Atlantic University
Psychology, M.S., Palm Beach Atlantic University
Human Sciences, Ph.D., The Ohio State University
Research Interests
- Psychosocial oncology
- Nursing science
- Family science
- Behavioral neuroscience
- Psychology
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
Research output
- 10 Article
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Couple Differentiation and Health-Related Quality of Life
Worch, S. M. & Bartle-Haring, S., Dec 2024, In: Family Process. 63, 4, p. 1739-1752 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Quality of Life in Patients and Their Spouses and Cohabitating Partners in the Year Following a Cancer Biopsy (the Couples Cope Study): Protocol for a Prospective Observational Study
Moreno, P. I., Worch, S. M., Thomas, J. L., Nguyen, R. L., Medina, H. N., Penedo, F. J., Moskowitz, J. T., Yanez, B., Kircher, S. M., Kundu, S. D., Flury, S. C. & Cheung, E. O., Jun 18 2024, In: JMIR Research Protocols. 13, p. e52361 e52361.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Cardiometabolic Comorbidities in Hispanic/Latino Cancer Survivors: Prevalence and Impact on Health-Related Quality of Life and Supportive Care Needs
Maras, A. F., Penedo, F. J., Ramirez, A. G., Worch, S. M., Ortiz, M. S., Yanez, B., Munoz, E., Lad, T., Hollowell, C., Medina, H. N. & Moreno, P. I., Dec 2023, In: Supportive Care in Cancer. 31, 12, 711.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Correction to: Cardiometabolic comorbidities in Hispanic/Latino cancer survivors: prevalence and impact on health‑related quality of life and supportive care needs (Supportive Care in Cancer, (2023), 31, 12, (711), 10.1007/s00520-023-08181-9)
Maras, A. F., Penedo, F. J., Ramirez, A. G., Worch, S. M., Ortiz, M. S., Yanez, B., Munoz, E., Lad, T., Hollowell, C., Medina, H. N. & Moreno, P. I., Dec 6 2023, In: Supportive Care in Cancer. 32, 1, 10.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Nursing Home Use of a Resident and Family Decision Guide to Reduce Hospital Readmissions: A Quality Improvement Project
Tappen, R. M., Wolf, D. G., Southard, K., Worch, S. & Sopcheck, J., Nov 29 2023, In: Medical Research Archives. 11, 11Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Differentiation: Moderator or Mediator for Change in Satisfaction in the Early Sessions of Couple Therapy
Bartle-Haring, S., Worch, S. M. & VanBergen, A., Apr 2 2020, In: Psychotherapy Research. 30, 3, p. 387-401 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Evaluation of a Novel Decision Guide “Go to the Hospital or Stay Here?” for Nursing Home Residents and Families: A Randomized Trial
Tappen, R. M., Worch, S. M., Newman, D. O. & Hain, D., Nov 1 2020, In: Research in Gerontological Nursing. 13, 6, p. 309-319 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Marital Enqing and Depression in Taiwanese Couples: The Mediating Role of Active and Passive Sacrifice
Li, P. F., Wickrama, K., Worch, S. M. & Muruthi, B., Apr 3 2019, In: Marriage and Family Review. 55, 3, p. 199-215 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Modes of Decision Making Used by Nursing Home Residents and their Families When Confronted with Potential Hospital Readmission
Tappen, R. M., Elkins, D., Worch, S. M. & Weglinski, M. A., Nov 1 2016, In: Research in Gerontological Nursing. 9, 6, p. 288-299 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Remaining in the Nursing Home Versus Transfer Acute Care: Resident, Family, and Staff Preferences
Tappen, R. M., Worch, S. M., Elkins, D., Hain, D. J., Moffa, C. M. & Sullivan, G., Sep 2014, In: Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 40, 10, p. 48-57 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review