John Carlson
Professor | Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI, UNITED STATES
The impact of children's anxiety on their functioning in schools and at home is a primary focus of his research
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Biography
John Carlson is a professor of school psychology. He is a Health Service Psychologist (HSP) and Licensed Psychologist (MI). His research interests include examining the utility of medical and psychological interventions on school-aged children's behavior in educational and other learning contexts. The impact of children's anxiety on their functioning in schools and at home is a primary focus of his research. Other interests include assessment, prevention and intervention for externalizing behaviors that impact preschool and classroom functioning. The primary focus of his work pertains to ensuring equitable and effective educational and mental health services for those children who are experiencing challenges at school, home or in the community.
Areas of Expertise (4)
School Psychology
Family, Community, and Schools
Assessment, Measurement, and Evaluation
School, Family, and Community Counseling
Education (2)
University of Wisconsin-Madison: Ph.D., School Psychology 1997
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities: B.S., Child Psychology 1991
Links (4)
News (1)
MSU School Psychology Program Extends National Accreditation
MSU Today
2018-06-21
“Accreditation has profound implications on recruitment, retention, graduation and placement," said John Carlson, professor of school psychology. “The history of accreditation has allowed us to bring a large, diverse group of individuals into the program and to connect them with a range of school and community-based service agencies who serve school-aged populations.”
Event Appearances (5)
A systematic review on school-based trauma interventions
National Association of School Psychologists Chicago, IL
Exploring mental health first aider training outcomes by workforce affiliation
National Association of School Psychologists Chicago, IL
Fluoxetine treatment for selective mutism: Reduced symptomology across five children
National Association of School Psychologists San Antonio, TX
Identifying rates of parent-reported behavioral concerns and protective factors in a mid-Michigan Head Start population: Data aggregation by county
University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum East Lansing, MI
Exploring a subtyping system of selective mutism through an outpatient medical records review
Anxiety and Depression Association of America San Francisco, CA
Research Grants (7)
Level of Functioning Project
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $71,420
2019-2021
Infant And Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Evaluation Project
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $140,000
2019-2021
Parent Support Partner Evaluation Project
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $177,644
2019-2021
Children’s Trauma Initiative Evaluation
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $203,918
2019-2021
Wraparound Evaluation Project
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $283,176
2019-2021
Neural Activity And Emotion Processing
TDIC $629,118
2018-2020
A Statewide Evaluation Of Parent-child Interaction Therapy To Address Children’s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services $50,021
2019-2020
Journal Articles (5)
Prevalence of adverse childhood experiences in school-aged youth: A systematic review (1990–2015)
International Journal of School & Educational Psychology2019 The purpose of this study was to systematically review the literature on the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in school-aged youth (i.e., ≤ 18 years). Inclusion and exclusion search criteria led to the identification of 96 articles published during a 25-year period. Articles containing international samples (N = 44) and samples from the United States (N = 52) were examined for (a) the nature and prevalence of ACEs, (b) the nature of the samples and populations studied, and (c) the methods used to identify ACEs.
Exploring Youth Mental Health First Aider Training Outcomes by Workforce Affiliation: A Survey of Project AWARE Participants
School Mental Health2019 Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a public education program designed to improve youth mental health outcomes by training adults to notice mental health problems and help youth in seeking treatment. This study used a pre–post 3-month follow-up design to explore whether mental health literacy (MHL), perceived mental health stigma (MHS), and confidence in helping behavior differed across time between Youth Mental Health First Aiders (i.e., involved in Project Advancing Wellness and Resilience in Education) who are and are not members of the mental health workforce.
Integrated care models for ADHD in children and adolescents: A systematic review.
Families, Systems, & Health2018 Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents is commonly managed in primary care. Changes in United States health care have led to the integration of behavioral health services within a patient’s “medical home” to improve access to, engagement in, and continuity of quality health care. Despite proliferation of these integrated care models, no studies have specifically examined models for managing ADHD in children and adolescents within primary care.
An examination of fluoxetine for the treatment of selective mutism using a nonconcurrent multiple-baseline single-case design across 5 cases
Journal of Psychiatric Practice2018 This study examined the utility of fluoxetine in the treatment of 5 children, aged 5 to 14 years, diagnosed with selective mutism who also demonstrated symptoms of social anxiety. A nonconcurrent, randomized, multiple-baseline, single-case design with a singleblind placebo-controlled procedure was used. Parents and the study psychiatrist completed multiple methods of assessment including Direct Behavior Ratings and questionnaires.
Exploring attrition, fidelity, and effectiveness of wraparound services among low-income youth of different racial backgrounds
Families, Systems, & Health2017 Wraparound services (i.e., community-based collaborative care) for children with severe mental health needs have been reported as effective. Yet, no attention has been given to aggregating treatment results across racially and economically diverse groups of youth. While controlling for socioeconomic status (i.e., free/reduced lunch status) this study explored potential racial disparities in response to wraparound services.
