Flavio Marsiglia
Social Work Professor
Flavio Marsiglia, a Regents Professor at the School of Social Work, is a leading expert in substance abuse, prevention, intervention, and health disparities. His research on cultural diversity and youth substance use has significantly influenced the prevention field, reducing drug use and high-risk behaviors among youth in Arizona, the U.S., and globally. Marsiglia developed the "keepin' it REAL" program, a culturally grounded, school-based substance abuse prevention model, particularly impactful among Latino and minority populations in the Southwest.
Ph.D. Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University 1991
M.S.W. School of Social Work, Universidad de la República, Uruguay 1982
B.A. José E. Rodó Preparatorio Universitario, Uruguay 1979
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Suggested Interview Topics:
Substance Abuse Prevention | Drug Intervention | Health Disparities | High-Risk Behaviors Among Youth
Suggested Interview Questions:
- You've spent much of your career working on programs to prevent substance abuse in youth. What makes culturally tailored interventions more effective than traditional approaches?
- Your research highlights health disparities in minority communities, especially when it comes to mental health and substance use. What are the biggest challenges these communities face, and how can we work toward closing these gaps?
- As the director of the Global Center for Applied Health Research, you collaborate with countries around the world. How have you seen the global landscape of substance abuse prevention evolve, and what can we learn from international efforts?
- You’ve emphasized the importance of focusing on strengths and resiliency within vulnerable communities. Can you share examples of how you've seen these qualities help reduce substance use and promote mental health?
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