Presentations
Berg, M., & Danzi, B.A. (2026, September). When parents fear the storm: Implications for children’s functioning after hurricane exposure [Poster Presentation]. International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, San Antonio, TX.
Thomas, J. L. & Danzi, B. A. (2026, September). Exploring cross-informant discrepancies in psychological outcomes among parent–child dyads following pediatric surgery [Poster Presentation]. International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Thomas, J. L. & Danzi, B. A. (2026, September). The role of peritraumatic medical experiences in child mental health outcomes following pediatric surgery [Poster Presentation]. International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Hermann, E.P. & Danzi, B.A. (2026, September). The call home: Examining secondary traumatic stress and related mental health outcomes in children with a first responder parent [Poster Presentation]. International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX.
Thomas, J. L. & Danzi, B. A. (2026, April 30- May 2). A Dyadic Inquiry into Illness Perceptions Among Parents and Children Following Pediatric Surgery [Poster Presentation]. Society of Pediatric Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
Berg-Poppe, P., Groft, P., Larsen, L., Pullman, H., Barker, M.A., Soodsma, K., Danzi, B.A., Lucas Moitor, W., & Wietfeld, S. (2026, February). Postpartum sexual function in women with delivery-related injuries to the pelvic floor. [Conference presentation]. American Physical Therapy Association, Anaheim, CA.
Danzi, B.A. (2025, December). Handling the tough questions: How to talk to children and the outside world about difficult issues. Invited oral presentation given through the Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment Foster Care Training Series, Virtual.
Danzi, B.A. & Haskell, M. (2025, November). Finding clarity: How psychological assessments help children thrive [Podcast episode]. In Mind matters: Conversations that make a difference. Siouxland Mental Health Center.
Hermann, E. P., & Danzi, B. A. (2025, September). Silver linings: Parental optimism and its influence on family mental health outcomes post-disaster. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Baltimore, MD.
Danzi, B.A., Barker, M.A., Soodsma, K., & Berg-Poppe, P. (2025, September). Threatening experiences during birth: What impacts postpartum posttraumatic stress disorder? In J. Borelli (Chair), An interdisciplinary public health lens towards the measurement and prevention of traumatic stress among parents. Symposium presented at the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies, Baltimore, MD.
Danzi, B.A. (2025, August). Disaster impacts on children: Unique considerations for vulnerable populations. In L. Dilly (Chair), Psychological needs of children exposed to disaster: Implications for pre- and post- intervention. Symposium presented at the American Psychological Association, Denver, CO.
Danzi, B.A. (2025, April). Navigating childhood trauma: Practical strategies for professionals, researchers, and students. Oral presentation given at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Danzi, B.A. & Thomas, J.L. (2025, April). Managing challenging behaviors in adoptive and foster children: Practical strategies and available services. Invited talk given to Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota Post Adoption Program, Vermillion, SD.
Danzi, B.A. (2025, February). Understanding trauma’s impact on the brain and de-escalation techniques. Oral presentation given through the Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment Court Improvement Program, Virtual.
Danzi, B. A., Kelly, J. T., & Knowles, E. A. (2024, September). From theory to clinical practice: Advancing the assessment of posttraumatic stress disorder in children ages six and younger. Oral presentation at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Danzi, B. A., Knowles, E. A., & Bock, R. C. (2024, September). Comparing DSM-5 and ICD-11 measures of posttraumatic stress disorder caregiver-report: Does measure selection matter for youth? Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Thomas, J. I., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, September). Navigating adversity: The intersection of parental adverse childhood experiences and perceived life threat in influencing child mental health following a natural disaster. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, September). Disparate mental health outcomes among Black and Latine families following a disaster. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Kelly, J. T., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, September). Characterizing barriers and mental health in disaster-affected youth with health needs and their families. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Hermann, E. P., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, September). Blood is thicker than water: The impact of household factors on mental health outcomes in disaster-exposed families. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Boston, MA.
Danzi, B. A. (2024, August). Division 37 Early Career and Distinguished Contribution Awards Address. Invited address to be given at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Seattle, WA.
Danzi, B. A., Knowles, E. A., & Bock, R. C. (2024, April). Assessing posttraumatic stress disorder in children: DSM-5 versus ICD-11 models. In B. A. Danzi (Chair), Assessing Risk for Posttraumtic Stress Disorder Tailored to Specific Populations. Symposium presented at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Kelly, J. T., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, April). Complex health needs in youth: Risks, vulnerabilities, and mental health. In B. A. Danzi (Chair), Assessing Risk for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Tailored to Specific Populations. Symposium presented at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2024, April). Identifying risk and protective factors for disaster-exposed families of color. In B. A. Danzi (Chair), Assessing Risk for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Tailored to Specific Populations. Symposium presented at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Thomas, J. I., Kelly, J. T., Knowles, E. A., Bock, R. C., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, November). Post-disaster perceptions of child mental health: Views from mothers and fathers. Poster presentation at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Los Angeles, CA.
Kelly, J. T., Knowles, E. A., Bock, R. C., Thomas, J. I., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, November). The impact of Hurricane Ian on access to healthcare and financial burden in youth with health needs and their families. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Los Angeles, CA.
Knowles, E. A., Puumala, S., Kenyon, D., Wesner, C., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, November). Parents and the pandemic: Understanding how information sources were differently associated with mental health outcomes for parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Poster presented at the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, Seattle, WA.
Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, August). Adolescents and the digital environment - How online social support impacts psychosocial wellbeing in youth. Poster presented at the annual symposium of the Center for brain and Behavior Research, Vermillion, SD. Received Outstanding Achievement Award.
Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, June). Social circles, digital social networks, and wellbeing in rural teens. Poster presented at the annual conference of the Society for Digial Mental Health, Virtual. Received Student Poster Award.
Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2023, April). Left on read - The digital expereinces of rural youth and the impact of online social networking on their mental health. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the South Dakota Psychological Association, Sioux Falls, SD.
Danzi, B. A., Knowles, E. A., Kelly, J. T., Burdette, E., & La Greca, A. M. (2022, November). Children's perceptions of life threat (but not actual life threat) during the COVID-19 pandemic are associated with greater PTSD symptom severity and impairment. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Atlanta, GA.
Kelly, J. T., Knowles, E. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2022, November). Psychological functioning and community support in low-income families following a school shooting. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Atlanta, GA.
Knowles, E. A., Puumala, S. F., Kenyon, D. B., Wesner, C. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2022, November). Risk factors for posttraumatic stress in youth exposed to COVID-related trauma. Poster presented at the annual meeting for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Atlanta, GA.
Danzi, B. A. (2022, October). Preventing child maltreatment through parent training. Oral presentation at the annual community Response to Child Abuse Conference, Sioux Falls, SD.
Danzi, B. A., Knowles, E. A., Kelly, J., Burdette, E., & La Greca, A. M. (2022, August). Children's perceived life threat during COVID-19: Contributing factors and impact on mental health. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.
Knowles, E. A., La Greca, A. M., Burdette, E., Kelly, J., & Danzi, B. A. (2022, August). COVID-19, health risk behaviors, and mental wellbeing in parents, children, and non-parenting adults. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.
Kelly, J., & Danzi, B. A. (2022, August). Impact of community support on psychological functioning in adolescents exposed to a school shooting. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.
Danzi, B. A. (2022, June). PTSD and the pandemic: How are children affected? Oral presentation at the annual Eastern South Dakota Research Symposium, Sioux Falls, SD.
Knowles, E. A., Puumala, S. F., Kenyon, D. B., Wesner, C. A., & Danzi, B. A. (2022, June). South Dakotan families and the first year of the pandemic: ow families fared and how the pandemic impacted their mental health. Poster presented at the annual Eastern South Dakota Research Symposium, Sioux Falls, SD.
Puumala, S., Strobel, S., Kenyon, D., Danzi, B. A., Curry O'Connell, M., & Wesner, C. (2021, October). Access to care for South Dakota women during COVID-19: A longitudinal survey. Presentation at the annual meeting of the American Public Health Association, Denver, CO.
Danzi, B. A., Strobel, S., Puumala, S., Kenyon, D., Curry O'Connell, M., *VanNess, C., & Wesner, C. (2021, August). COVID-19 stressors and psychological functioning of youth and parents in South Dakota. In A. M. La Greca (Chair), Impact of COVID-19 Stressors on Youth and Family Mental Health with Implications for Intervention. Symposium conducted (virtually) at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Associtaion.
La Greca, A. M., Tarlow, N., Brodar, K. F., Danzi, B. A., & Comer, J. S. (2021, July). Impact of disaster evacuation experiences on parental stress and youth mental health. Oral presentation at the International Congress of Psychology, Prague, Czech Repulic.
Danzi, B. A., & La Greca, A. M. (2020, November). Genetic vulnerability in children: ADCYAP1R1 variant increases risk for PTSD in trauma-exposed girls and boys. Poster presented (virtually) at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies.
La Greca, A. M., Tarlow, N., Brodar, K. E., Danzi, B. A., & Comer, J. (2020, November). Before the storm: Impact of disaster evacuation expereinces on parental and youth mental health and well-being. In E. Felix (Chair), Disasters in the era of climate change: Innovations in understanding disasters' impact on children and families. Symposium presented (virtually) at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies.
Wesner, C. Puumala, S., Danzi, B. A., O'Connell, M. C., Strobel, S., Kenyon, D. (2020, June). Responding to COVId-19 in rural America: A public health case study. Presentation delivered virtually to rural healthcare workers in South Dakota through Project ECHO.
Danzi, B. A., & La Greca, A. M. (2020, February). Elucidating the etiology of posttraumatic stress disorder in children: The role of TPH2 genetics. Poster presented at the Miami International Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference, Miami, FL.