Emily C. Helminen Source Confirmed

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John Brown University

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13 h-index 41 pubs 632 cited

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Dr. Emily C. Helminen's research encompasses the intersection of mental health, well-being, and social justice, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations. Her work at John Brown University explores the efficacy of mindfulness and compassion-based interventions, especially in mitigating stress responses. Helminen's scholarship addresses LGBTQ health, examining the interplay between minority stress, self-compassion, and mental well-being, as evidenced by a recent meta-analysis on the topic. She also investigates the impact of adverse childhood experiences and discrimination on mental health, as well as the psychological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and homelessness. Her research utilizes quantitative methods to understand complex relationships between social factors, psychological processes, and health outcomes.

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h-index: 13
Publications: 41
Citations: 632

Selected Publications

Yes stormtrooper, these are the droids you are looking for: Identifying and preliminarily evaluating bot and fraud detection strategies in online psychological research. (2025) DOI
Daily minority stressors, threat appraisal, and identity concealment among trauma-exposed sexual minority women and transgender and gender-diverse people. (2025) DOI
Optimal Dosage and Session Structure of Mindfulness-Based Programming for Youth Across Developmental Periods: Delphi Approach Outcomes (2024) DOI