An examination of gender difference in advancement and salary for Marriage and Family Therapy faculty members working in public universities.

Evidence for inequitable advancement and salary disparity for women in academia is compelling, but only a marginal amount of research has explored this in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) specifically. Current research provides preliminary evidence that women remain underrepresented at the Full Professor rank and are paid less than men MFT faculty. This study collected publicly available data for MFT faculty in public universities to explore gender differences in advancement between ranks, salary disparity, and the representation of women and men in the highest and lowest paying niches of MFT academia.

Transitions to Postsecondary Education in Young Adults with Hemoglobinopathies: Perceptions of Patients and Staff.

Unlabelled: The transition from high school to postsecondary education can be challenging for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with chronic health conditions. AYAs with hemoglobinopathies, including sickle cell disease, are a particularly vulnerable group whose academic performance is impacted by unpredictable disease symptoms. AYA with hemoglobinopathies may require academic accommodations to promote postsecondary success; however, accessing appropriate supports can be complicated.