Table 13 – Dr. Paul Poteat

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Biography:
V. Paul Poteat is Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling, Developmental, and Educational Psychology at Boston College. His research on bias-based bullying – particularly homophobic bullying – uses an ecological framework to consider factors that contribute to such behavior and that buffer against its effects. His work also has examined factors associated with supportive attitudes and behaviors toward LGBTQ youth. Recently, Dr. Poteat has focused on specific practices and experiences within Gay-Straight Alliances (GSAs) that predict positive health outcomes among members. Dr. Poteat is a current Associate Editor for the Journal of Research on Adolescence and previously served as Associate Editor for The Counseling Psychologist.

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• V. Paul Poteat, Boston College
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