In this episode, we will explore the coping style among middle school youth and also assess how that is related to symptoms of depression and anxiety over time to develop preventive interventions for schools.

Caitlyn Mytelka is a recent Ph.D. graduate from the GCSW and is a licensed social worker in Texas. She has a bachelor’s degree from NYU and a Master’s in social work from UT Austin. Caitlyn’s research focuses on positive youth development in diverse school settings. Caitlyn’s dissertation examined the reciprocal relationship between coping style and symptoms of depression and anxiety in early adolescents over time. Her long-term research goals are to inform and develop equitable preventive school interventions to improve youth well-being and development.