Peer-reviewed Articles

Original research on dogs, cancer, and self-reflection.

Current Oncology • 15th June 2022

Web-Based Peer Navigation For Men With Prostate Cancer And Their Family Caregivers: A Pilot Feasibility Study

This study assessed the feasibility, acceptability and potential effects of True North Peer Navigation (PN)—a web-based peer navigation program for men with prostate cancer (PC) and their family caregivers.

Educational Studies: American Educational Studies Association • 12th November 2020

A Phenomenological Reflection On Translating Latin: What Education Does With Us

Reflection on the transformative nature of a liberal arts education, and the value of studying Latin and translating poetry for developing a critical and inclusive worldview in emerging adulthood.

Supportive Care in Cancer • 2nd July 2020

Training Prostate Cancer Survivors And Caregivers To Be Peer Navigators: A Blended Online/In-person Competency-based Training Program

Development of the TrueNTH Peer Navigation Training Program and its effectiveness among patients and caregivers.

The Clearing House • 6th January 2020

Reflective Strategies For Coaching College-Bound Writers: Minding Their Paws And Q’s

Reflective strategies, drawn from cognitive behavioral coaching, to help improve students’ motivation and writing productivity.

Counselling Psychology Quarterly • 28th November 2019

Exploring Patient Narratives Of Intimacy And Sexuality Among Men With Prostate Cancer

Impact of prostate cancer on men’s sexual health and intimate relationships and clinical implications for individuals and couples.

Supportive Care in Cancer • 15th October 2019

A Core Competency Framework For Prostate Cancer Peer Navigation

Identification of core competencies for peer navigators who are trained to support patients with navigating the cancer care system.

Ethics and Social Welfare • 3rd January 2019

Dating Violence Among College Students: Considerations For Promoting Ethical Practice

Ethical issues and dilemmas that can arise when working with clients experiencing dating violence.

Society and Leisure • 13th December 2018

Investing In Human–animal Bonds: What Is The Psychological Return On Such Investment?

Impact of pet-oriented leisure and consumption on the health and well-being of people and pets.

BMC Geriatrics • 26th November 2018

Key Stakeholders’ Views On The Quality Of Care And Services Available To Frail Seniors In Canada

The quality of care and services for seniors from interviews with senior citizens, caregivers, clinicians, and healthcare administrators.

Illness, Crisis & Loss • 5th April 2018

Understanding Prostate Cancer Patients’ Support Needs: How Do They Manage Living With Cancer?

Perceptions of men with prostate cancer and their partners regarding their support needs and experiences.

Journal of Family Violence • 23rd April 2016

Perspectives On Treating Couples Impacted By Intimate Partner Violence

The debate surrounding the use of gender-specific vs. conjoint therapy for couples facing intimate partner violence.

Journal of Loss and Trauma • 29th February 2016

Companion Animals And Vulnerable Youth: Promoting Engagement Between Youth And Professional Service Providers

Challenges and opportunities of animal-assisted therapy for vulnerable youth, featuring a program at Covenant House.

Journal of Spirituality in Mental Health • 24th February 2016

The Human–Canine Bond: A Sacred Relationship

People’s relationships with their companion dogs and how this affects their sense of meaning in life.

Reflective Practice • 16th February 2016

Using Field Notes To Facilitate Critical Reflection

Insights into the experience of writing field notes as a novice observer through concrete examples and personal reflections.

Western Journal of Nursing Research • 4th August 2014

A Qualitative Investigation Of The Significance Of Companion Dogs

People’s relationships with their dogs and the psychological and health benefits of dogs.

Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology • 8th August 2011

Resilience In Low-Socioeconomic-Status Children With Asthma: Adaptations To Stress

Psychological qualities that children develop to adapt to stress and strategies to reduce health disparities.