Research

Michelle Lafrance’s research interests are in women’s health, with a particular focus on the social, structural, and political determinants of health.  Through the adoption of interview-based qualitative research, she aims to develop understandings and interventions that are rooted in the voices of those on the margins. She has published on a wide range of issues including women’s experiences of recovery from depression, psychological diagnosis, and sexuality.  Her most recent research explores the experiences of caregivers of older adults and has resulted in the creation of “Aging in New Brunswick:  A User’s Guide”, a bilingual tool that helps New Brunswickers navigate the health and home care systems in the province.  Over the course of her career, Dr. Lafrance has been awarded multiple distinctions for excellence in research, including by the British Psychological Society, the American Association for Women in Psychology, and the Canadian Psychological Association.