Kelly Lynn Clary
Biographic Data
| ID | 5124664 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Kelly Lynn Clary |
| GIVEN NAMES | Kelly Lynn |
| FAMILY NAME | Clary |
| SIGNATURE | CLARY K L |
| AFFILIATIONS | Texas State University |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7710-2599 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 18 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 13 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 18 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Whole Warrior, Whole Health: Holistic Approaches to Veteran Well-Being
The engaging roundtable focused on holistic approaches that support United States veterans’ well-being. This discussion explored complex and diverse perspectives to encourage collaborative problem solving, mutual learning, and implications for future research. The moderator and three panelists actively discussed integrating holistic practices with conventional medical treatments, emphasizing the importance of coordination, community engagement, a…
Exploring Grit as an Individual Resilience Factor Associated with Community Resilience Among a Sample of LGB + College Students
Peer-Enhanced Motivational Interviewing for Emerging Adults Misusing Substances: A Randomized Study
Purpose: Few studies include peers in brief motivational interventions (BMIs) for substance misuse. This study tested a peer-enhanced BMI, where friends in emerging adults’ (EAs) social networks attended interventions. Method: Dyads were randomized to Peer-Enhanced Motivational Interviewing (PMI) or waitlist control (WC) conditions (NCT03264872). Seventy-four dyads ( n = 188) enrolled, completing surveys at baseline and then biweekly for 12 weeks…
A Snapshot in Time Capturing Student Veterans’ Well-being: A Photovoice Study
Student veterans report challenges regarding their transition into higher education and their overall experiences forming a new identity and role. Recent data has suggested student veterans are experiencing an increase in mental health challenges and suicide ideation. However, it is important to note that this is not a group of students who lack persistence, resilience, or have not known and experienced hardships. Thus, we found it necessary to q…
My safety depends on everyone else feeling safe and good’: Emotion work among transgender and gender diverse Texans
Emotion work is a regulatory method used to change the degree or quality of one's own or another's emotions. Among sexual minority people, emotion work is a regulatory method utilised to maximise identity expression while maintaining harmony in interpersonal connections. However, little is known about the utilisation of emotion work among transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people. We sought to address this gap by qualitatively exploring emotion…
Masculinity and stigma among emerging adult military members and veterans: Implications for encouraging help-seeking
Simulation-Based Learning to Foster Critical Dialogues and Enhance Cultural Competency with MSW Students
Simulation-based learning is a promising and innovative experiential learning strategy to better prepare social work students. To promote learning around cultural competency, faculty integrated simulations into three Master Social Work courses. Scenarios included cultural and diversity components with individuals and families representing nondominant identities. Students (N=68) completed surveys that assessed overall experiences, confidence with,…
Characteristics of Cannabis and Opioid Users Among Older U.S. Veterans and Their Health Outcomes: A Longitudinal Perspective
Medical cannabis use among U.S. Veterans has continued to rise. However, data on cannabis use by older Veterans is generally less available. This study aims to understand the characteristics of older Veterans who enrolled in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program in Illinois and analyze their health outcomes and co-use of cannabis and opioids using longitudinal survey data. Overall, participants reported positive outcomes for pain, sleep, and emoti…
Social Work Students Explore the Grand Challenge of Technology with Field Educators: A Qualitative Approach
One goal of the Social Work Grand Challenge is to positively influence the applications of technology. Nowhere is the challenge of integrating innovative technology more apparent than in field education settings. However, current technology trends, challenges, as well as interns’ use of technology, which is often used in field education settings, particularly after the major shift to virtual platforms due to the COVID-19 Global Pandemic, are not …
It's the Environment, Not Me”: Experiences shared by transgender and gender diverse adults living in Texas
Transgender and gender diverse people (TGD) experience elevated rates of behavioral health problems, including depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and suicidality. Minority stressors (e.g., discrimination and victimization) contribute to these poor health outcomes. A salient form of discrimination is the use of gender nonaffirming language, such as using incorrect pronouns or names, yet less is known about other environmental stimuli that may …
Weeding Out the Stigma: Older Veterans in Illinois Share Their Experiences Using Medical Cannabis
Many U.S. Veterans are using cannabis for medical purposes. Modern research findings continue to point to medical cannabis as a potentially effective alternative to prescription medications for treating a range of medical conditions. While research exists on the use levels of cannabis, limited research can be found on the perceived stigma of using cannabis, especially among older Veterans. We surveyed 121 older U.S. Veterans who were enrolled in …
Developing a Roadmap for Harnessing Technology in Social Work: Training the Next Generation of Social Workers
Our manuscript discusses the importance of the Social Work Grand Challenge of Technology. We believe it is the most cross-cutting of the 12 original challenges and reflects the wave of technology that has already changed our daily lives and many practices and clinical fields including social work. Specifically, the goal of this challenge is to positively change the profession by using technology to drive transformations producing more service acc…
Considering a new platform for academic campus interviews: Entering the virtual world
As a May 2020 Social Work PhD Graduate, I spent the spring semester interviewing for academic tenure track positions. When COVID-19 reached the United States, the interview process quickly changed course. My in-person campus visits became 8-hour long virtual interview days, which were quite exhausting. Since I completed five in-person campus visits and two virtual interviews, I compiled my lived experiences. As a “now” normal emerges and institut…
Improving Recruitment Procedures for School‐Based Surveys: Through the Lens of the Illinois Youth Survey
BACKGROUND: Epidemiological surveys are designed to collect representative trend data. School-based surveys are important to utilize so systems can effectively create prevention and intervention programs to alter youths' perceptions and behaviors related to substance use. However, there are many barriers when implementing a school-based survey. METHODS: This mixed methods study sought to uncover 30 school personnel's challenges when making the de…
Exploring the Utility of the Emerging Adulthood Theory Among Military Members and Veterans with Risky Substance Use
Emerging adult (EA; aged 18–29) military members experience major career, life, and developmental transitions. The conglomeration of these changes may influence or exacerbate anxiety or stress, produce challenges, and lead to negative coping mechanisms, such as substance use. This study sought to understand the utility of the five Emerging Adulthood Theory (EAT) dimensions among a sample of military members and veterans with risky substance use. …
A functioning addict is still a kid: ’ Qualitative Study of Emerging Adults in Residential Treatment
Emerging adults (EAs; 18 to 29 year olds) experience high rates of substance use and disordered use. Few studies examine whether developmental theories account for elevated use among EAs across the continuum of substance use. This study surveyed emerging adults in residential treatment, focusing on their impressions of the Emerging Adulthood Theory (EAT) and whether it applied to their substance use. EAs (n = 21) receiving residential treatment d…
A comparison of developmental reasons for substance use between sexual minority and heterosexual emerging adults
Emerging adults (EAs; 18–29 years) have the highest rates of substance use across the lifespan, with some research displaying sexual minority EAs are at higher risk of substance use than their heterosexual counterparts. We explored differences in rates of substance use and developmental reasons for alcohol, binge drinking, and cannabis between sexual minority and heterosexual EAs. Participants (n = 145) in a randomized control trial completed Eme…
Addressing Anti-Black Racism: The Roles of Social Work
Anti-Black Racism (A-BR) has led to recent and highly publicized killings of African Americans (AA). Still absent from the professional and scientific social work (SWK) literature are multilevel descriptions of recommendations for advancing AA racial justice (AARJ). First, the manuscript provides a brief summary of historical forms of American structural, interpersonal, and intrapersonal racism. A cost-benefit analysis was conducted to aid social…
Addressing Anti-Black Racism: The Roles of Social Work
Anti-Black Racism (A-BR) has led to recent and highly publicized killings of African Americans (AA). Still absent from the professional and scientific social work (SWK) literature are multilevel descriptions of recommendations for advancing AA racial justice (AARJ). First, the manuscript provides a brief summary of historical forms of American structural, interpersonal, and intrapersonal racism. A cost-benefit analysis was conducted to aid social…
It's the Environment, Not Me”: Experiences shared by transgender and gender diverse adults living in Texas
Transgender and gender diverse people (TGD) experience elevated rates of behavioral health problems, including depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and suicidality. Minority stressors (e.g., discrimination and victimization) contribute to these poor health outcomes. A salient form of discrimination is the use of gender nonaffirming language, such as using incorrect pronouns or names, yet less is known about other environmental stimuli that may …
Developing a Roadmap for Harnessing Technology in Social Work: Training the Next Generation of Social Workers
Our manuscript discusses the importance of the Social Work Grand Challenge of Technology. We believe it is the most cross-cutting of the 12 original challenges and reflects the wave of technology that has already changed our daily lives and many practices and clinical fields including social work. Specifically, the goal of this challenge is to positively change the profession by using technology to drive transformations producing more service acc…
Considering a new platform for academic campus interviews: Entering the virtual world
As a May 2020 Social Work PhD Graduate, I spent the spring semester interviewing for academic tenure track positions. When COVID-19 reached the United States, the interview process quickly changed course. My in-person campus visits became 8-hour long virtual interview days, which were quite exhausting. Since I completed five in-person campus visits and two virtual interviews, I compiled my lived experiences. As a “now” normal emerges and institut…
Improving Recruitment Procedures for School‐Based Surveys: Through the Lens of the Illinois Youth Survey
BACKGROUND: Epidemiological surveys are designed to collect representative trend data. School-based surveys are important to utilize so systems can effectively create prevention and intervention programs to alter youths' perceptions and behaviors related to substance use. However, there are many barriers when implementing a school-based survey. METHODS: This mixed methods study sought to uncover 30 school personnel's challenges when making the de…
Exploring the Utility of the Emerging Adulthood Theory Among Military Members and Veterans with Risky Substance Use
Emerging adult (EA; aged 18–29) military members experience major career, life, and developmental transitions. The conglomeration of these changes may influence or exacerbate anxiety or stress, produce challenges, and lead to negative coping mechanisms, such as substance use. This study sought to understand the utility of the five Emerging Adulthood Theory (EAT) dimensions among a sample of military members and veterans with risky substance use. …
A functioning addict is still a kid: ’ Qualitative Study of Emerging Adults in Residential Treatment
Emerging adults (EAs; 18 to 29 year olds) experience high rates of substance use and disordered use. Few studies examine whether developmental theories account for elevated use among EAs across the continuum of substance use. This study surveyed emerging adults in residential treatment, focusing on their impressions of the Emerging Adulthood Theory (EAT) and whether it applied to their substance use. EAs (n = 21) receiving residential treatment d…
A comparison of developmental reasons for substance use between sexual minority and heterosexual emerging adults
Emerging adults (EAs; 18–29 years) have the highest rates of substance use across the lifespan, with some research displaying sexual minority EAs are at higher risk of substance use than their heterosexual counterparts. We explored differences in rates of substance use and developmental reasons for alcohol, binge drinking, and cannabis between sexual minority and heterosexual EAs. Participants (n = 145) in a randomized control trial completed Eme…
Addressing Anti-Black Racism: The Roles of Social Work
Anti-Black Racism (A-BR) has led to recent and highly publicized killings of African Americans (AA). Still absent from the professional and scientific social work (SWK) literature are multilevel descriptions of recommendations for advancing AA racial justice (AARJ). First, the manuscript provides a brief summary of historical forms of American structural, interpersonal, and intrapersonal racism. A cost-benefit analysis was conducted to aid social…
Weeding Out the Stigma: Older Veterans in Illinois Share Their Experiences Using Medical Cannabis
Many U.S. Veterans are using cannabis for medical purposes. Modern research findings continue to point to medical cannabis as a potentially effective alternative to prescription medications for treating a range of medical conditions. While research exists on the use levels of cannabis, limited research can be found on the perceived stigma of using cannabis, especially among older Veterans. We surveyed 121 older U.S. Veterans who were enrolled in …
Developing a Roadmap for Harnessing Technology in Social Work: Training the Next Generation of Social Workers
Our manuscript discusses the importance of the Social Work Grand Challenge of Technology. We believe it is the most cross-cutting of the 12 original challenges and reflects the wave of technology that has already changed our daily lives and many practices and clinical fields including social work. Specifically, the goal of this challenge is to positively change the profession by using technology to drive transformations producing more service acc…
Masculinity and stigma among emerging adult military members and veterans: Implications for encouraging help-seeking
Simulation-Based Learning to Foster Critical Dialogues and Enhance Cultural Competency with MSW Students
Simulation-based learning is a promising and innovative experiential learning strategy to better prepare social work students. To promote learning around cultural competency, faculty integrated simulations into three Master Social Work courses. Scenarios included cultural and diversity components with individuals and families representing nondominant identities. Students (N=68) completed surveys that assessed overall experiences, confidence with,…
Characteristics of Cannabis and Opioid Users Among Older U.S. Veterans and Their Health Outcomes: A Longitudinal Perspective
Medical cannabis use among U.S. Veterans has continued to rise. However, data on cannabis use by older Veterans is generally less available. This study aims to understand the characteristics of older Veterans who enrolled in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program in Illinois and analyze their health outcomes and co-use of cannabis and opioids using longitudinal survey data. Overall, participants reported positive outcomes for pain, sleep, and emoti…
Social Work Students Explore the Grand Challenge of Technology with Field Educators: A Qualitative Approach
One goal of the Social Work Grand Challenge is to positively influence the applications of technology. Nowhere is the challenge of integrating innovative technology more apparent than in field education settings. However, current technology trends, challenges, as well as interns’ use of technology, which is often used in field education settings, particularly after the major shift to virtual platforms due to the COVID-19 Global Pandemic, are not …
It's the Environment, Not Me”: Experiences shared by transgender and gender diverse adults living in Texas
Transgender and gender diverse people (TGD) experience elevated rates of behavioral health problems, including depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and suicidality. Minority stressors (e.g., discrimination and victimization) contribute to these poor health outcomes. A salient form of discrimination is the use of gender nonaffirming language, such as using incorrect pronouns or names, yet less is known about other environmental stimuli that may …
A Snapshot in Time Capturing Student Veterans’ Well-being: A Photovoice Study
Student veterans report challenges regarding their transition into higher education and their overall experiences forming a new identity and role. Recent data has suggested student veterans are experiencing an increase in mental health challenges and suicide ideation. However, it is important to note that this is not a group of students who lack persistence, resilience, or have not known and experienced hardships. Thus, we found it necessary to q…
My safety depends on everyone else feeling safe and good’: Emotion work among transgender and gender diverse Texans
Emotion work is a regulatory method used to change the degree or quality of one's own or another's emotions. Among sexual minority people, emotion work is a regulatory method utilised to maximise identity expression while maintaining harmony in interpersonal connections. However, little is known about the utilisation of emotion work among transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people. We sought to address this gap by qualitatively exploring emotion…
Whole Warrior, Whole Health: Holistic Approaches to Veteran Well-Being
The engaging roundtable focused on holistic approaches that support United States veterans’ well-being. This discussion explored complex and diverse perspectives to encourage collaborative problem solving, mutual learning, and implications for future research. The moderator and three panelists actively discussed integrating holistic practices with conventional medical treatments, emphasizing the importance of coordination, community engagement, a…
Exploring Grit as an Individual Resilience Factor Associated with Community Resilience Among a Sample of LGB + College Students
Peer-Enhanced Motivational Interviewing for Emerging Adults Misusing Substances: A Randomized Study
Purpose: Few studies include peers in brief motivational interventions (BMIs) for substance misuse. This study tested a peer-enhanced BMI, where friends in emerging adults’ (EAs) social networks attended interventions. Method: Dyads were randomized to Peer-Enhanced Motivational Interviewing (PMI) or waitlist control (WC) conditions (NCT03264872). Seventy-four dyads ( n = 188) enrolled, completing surveys at baseline and then biweekly for 12 weeks…
Psychology (16 works) · Medicine (10 works) · Clinical Psychology (8 works) · Psychiatry (7 works) · Social Psychology (7 works) · Sociology (7 works) · Clinical Psychology (6 works) · Political science (5 works) · Qualitative research (5 works) · Social Psychology (5 works)