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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Please consider supporting the UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center! We do work in hate crimes, human trafficking, suicide prevention, and others. You can give here: ninernationgives.charlotte.edu/giving-day/1... @mxscottkernest.bsky.social @annameier.bsky.social @academic-chatter.bsky.social

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Fellow instructors ^ program evaluators! I am teaching doctoral level program eval the spring. If you are interested in providing a virtual guest lecture on any of the following topics, please back channel me: 1. Qualitative methods in program eval 2. Policy analysis 3. Careers in program eval

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Not lookin like the bama ornament is gonna make the tree this year… #firedeboer

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

I am blessed to work with such a collaborative team at the UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center. In our 3 years, we have impacted suicide prevention, human trafficking, sexual violence prevention, and other areas. We appreciate any consideration you give to reposting and connecting with us.

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Hi network! I am truly blessed to work with the UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center. Our work impacts suicide prevention, human trafficking, sexual violence prevention, LGBT health. We hope for this holiday season you will consider sharing or donating to support our efforts. See below!

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Dr. Sam Cacace @scphd.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

New paper out (free link) in Military Psychology led by our mentee and VA partners @docrobphd23.bsky.social Coping self-efficacy scale continues to show a 3-factor structure (now with dynamic fit indices) in LGBTQ+ U.S. military veterans. www.tandfonline.com/eprint/TQJBX...

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A psychometric evaluation of the coping self-efficacy scale among LGBTQ+ Veterans

Due to unique stressors faced by LGBTQ+ Veterans, it is important to understand how existing strengths, like coping self-efficacy, can be leveraged for health promotion efforts to improve outcomes ...

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Brian Feinstein (he/him) @bfeinsteinphd.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Excited to share the publication of our book: “Addressing Minority Stress and Enhancing Resilience with Diverse LGBTQ+ Clients” Filled with rich case examples, clinical dialogue, and strategies for supporting LGBTQ+ clients in therapy! For more info: tidd.ly/4qI0QC0 Code for 20% off: SPRAUT

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

For my birthday, consider the UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center's fundraising. Our Center works in suicide prevention, human trafficking, sexual violence prevention, & LGBTQ+ health. Funds will support students, community projects, & SciComm. Donate here: give.charlotte.edu/ascendportal...

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ascend Portal

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

I'm beginning to think my 7-5 prediction for Bama may be generous. #FireDeboring

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

This hurts, but the Deboring era in Bama will be without playoff appearances.

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

The culmination of a 6-year partnership between University of North Carolina at Charlotte Violence Prevention Center and NC Department of Adult Correction: The Core Competency Model for Corrections toolkit. osf.io/z9vq6/

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Core Competency Model for Corrections (CCM-C) Toolkit

This link contains all elements of the Core Competency Model for Corrections (CCM-C) Self-Directed Violence Prevention Training: A Toolkit for Carceral Systems and Professionals. Hosted on the Op...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Our latest: Results of the trial evaluating the Core Competency Model for Corrections (CCM-C) Self-Directed Violence Training Program. CCM-C is primed for further roll out and evaluation, with a forthcoming Toolkit later this fall. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40764547/

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Core competency model self-directed violence prevention training program for corrections: a hybrid feasibility-effectiveness trial - PubMed

This study was registered at clinicaltrials.gov (NCT06359574).

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Our latest: A narrative look at reasons for living and dying among UK adults. Findings lay the ground work for a dimensional model of reasons for living-dying that can inform #suicideprevention. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

Anyone familiar with the various Six Sigma certifying orgs? Wondering which are actually legit.

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Only about 10 years too late. Finally launched a professional website, including a new consulting arm. Check it out: robcramerphd.squarespace.com

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JASP @jaspstats.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Recording of a 55-minute webinar on improving stats teaching with JASP, using the new course book with Andy Field, now on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZgS...

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Webinar: How to transform teaching statistics using JASP

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Recommendations for building a website? WordPress? Canvas? GoDaddy? Help!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Looking to interview folks in academia who have shifted research topics, and/or folks who transitioned from academia to industry positions. This is to inform a training I am developing that will be freely available this fall. Inquiries and referrals welcomed!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

If anyone is planning a large scale survey study if mental health providers in the near future, we've got a new measure ripe for inclusion and collaboration. Will need N>300. Happy to chat!

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Colin Vize @vizecolin.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

📣 It's been a minute, but wanted to hop on here to let folks know that I'll be offering the Quant Methods for Meta-analysis workshop again this year (July 7th-8th; smart-workshops.com/meta-info). Check out the link to get a feel for what we'll cover, but I also have some info below 👇 1/3

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Quantitative Methods for Meta-analysis — SMaRT Workshops

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

How many times can a tall person hit their head on a tiny aer Lingus flight? Anyone? Guesses? Winner gets a cookie!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

I am not responsible for the global hashtag#Zoom outage :)

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Yes, another journal asked me to review my own paper. Proofread!!! It's on the syllab-- wait, wrong #academic rant.

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Free UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center training Title: Modern Missing Data Analysis Techniques Presenter: Dr. Samantha Cacace & Ms. Skyler Prowten Date: Friday April 11th, 10am-2pm Location: Virtual More info & registration here: violenceprevention.charlotte.edu/education-an...

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VPC Training Series - UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center

At the VPC, we are committed to fostering a culture of learning and growth. Our VPC Training Series offers a variety of specialized trainings for students, staff, faculty, health practitioners, commun...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

FREE UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center Training Series Event: Modern Missing Data Analysis Techniques with Sam Cacace & Skyler Prowten. Friday April 11th, 10am-2pm Location: Virtual (registration required) More information here: violenceprevention.charlotte.edu/education-an...

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VPC Training Series - UNC Charlotte Violence Prevention Center

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Embarking on the first lead-authored book proposal as part of "sabbatical" (haha, some of you get this joke). Core Competency Model of #SuicidePrevention Training hopefully forthcoming with some stellar co-authors. Stay tuned!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

It’s finally here! The definitive list of the top 5 overrated artists of my lifetime… 5. Dave Matthews Band 4. Nirvana 3. Radiohead 2. Weezer 1. Oasis

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Our latest : Negative urgency aspect of #impulsivity has direct links with #suicide outcomes. It also exacerbates the pathway from suicidal thinking to likelihood of an attempt. Impulsivity needs to be carefully assessed in the context of suicide risk. More here: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/8GA9G...

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Multidimensional Impulsivity and Suicidal Behaviour: A Partial Test of the Integrated Motivational-Volitional (IMV) Model of Suicide

Suicide remains a public health problem within the United Kingdom (UK) and globally. Impulsivity is a key risk factor within the Integrated Motivational-Volitional Model (IMV) of Suicide warranting...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Just accepted for publication: We (US Navy Portsmouth, @drjbake.bsky.social et al.) conducted a pilot test of the Core Competency Model - #Military Version (CCM-M). This #SuicidePrevention training teaches essential skills to providers of any experience level. Article and curriculum forthcoming.

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Our latest: #suicide & #selfinjury inflection points - understanding processes that halt self-directed violence in the moment. In partnership w @erinkaufman.bsky.social & her team, & a lived experience co-author panel. Much more here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

What an afternoon - honored and humbled to be a part of three new #military #suicideprevention grant funded projects under leadership like @drjbake.bsky.social. #Servethosewhoserved

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Sharing National #Workplace #SuicidePrevention, #MentalHealth Promotion, and Worker Well-Being Guidelines. This resource is invaluable for any leadership that values worker well-being. workplacesuicideprevention.com/wp-content/u...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Excellent afternoon of heavy data analytic teamwork for our Finland #suicideprevention competency study. Results to come!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

A professional practice I picked up from mentors is to intentionally nominate colleagues and mentees for awards and recognition at least a few times/year. It can be especially valuable for those who do not excel at self-promotion. Enjoy doing this. Highly recommend it!

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Arthur Gessler @arthurobuntspecht.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

Researchers spend approximately 45% of their time on administrative activities related to #grants rather than actual #research. The current #competition in research #funding has significant drawbacks; evidence-based improvements of the funding system are required: www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

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The costs of competition in distributing scarce research funds | PNAS

Research funding systems fundamentally influence how science operates. This paper aims to analyze the allocation of competitive research funding fr...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Our latest: An analysis of state #hatecrime #laws, #suicide, #mentalhealth, and #discrimination among transgender & gender diverse adults in the U.S. spssi.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

When you come to a fork in the road, take it - Yogi Berra

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Former student wrote me to update on acceptance into her top grad program. Good moments in teaching!

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Rob Cramer @docrobphd23.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Should the Alabama ornaments be allowed on the tree this year? A. Of course! Roll tide! B. Only if they fire Deboering and bring back Saban! C. Hell no. Losers don’t make the tree. Sweep the leg. No mercy… wait, that’s Karate Kid… D. Other (please explain)

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