Dr. Walker's primary research interests focus on parenting and media influences during adolescence and young adulthood. She studies how these socialization sources impact adolescents' prosocial and moral development and the role of parenting on the development of healthy sexuality in children and adolescents.
Administrative Assignments
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences : Associate Dean (2017 -
2021)
Professional Citizenship
Conference-Related Role, Society for Research on Child Development (2014 - 2015)
Other, Society for Research on Adolescence (2013 - 2015)
Committee/Council Chair, Society for Research on Adolescence (2013 - 2013)
Committee/Council Chair, Society for Research on Adolescence (2011 - 2011)
Courses Taught
Publications
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