Katie A. Devine

I am a Behavioral Scientist.

Katie A. Devine, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Cancer diagnosis and treatment during young adulthood interferes with normal developmental tasks across all life domains, yet there are very few evidence-based interventions to address the unique concerns of this group. My goal is to find ways to help these young adults thrive.

Dr. Devine is passionate about improving the health and well-being of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer survivors. Her research focuses on the psychosocial aspects of cancer survivorship, including patient and family adaptation to illness, adherence to medical recommendations and survivorship care, and health promotion for survivors. In particular, she develops and evaluates interventions to address the unique needs of adolescent and young adult survivors, who must navigate the challenges of cancer care in the midst of normative developmental transitions (such as graduating high school, pursuing higher education, establishing financial independence, and forming strong peer and intimate relationships). Her current project will evaluate if a problem-solving skills training intervention can reduce distress and improve health-related quality of life for young adults newly diagnosed with cancer. Her passion for this work was first inspired by her sister, who is a long-term survivor of cancer diagnosed during adolescence.


Grant Listing
Project Title Grant Number Program Director Publication(s)
Bright IDEAS-Young Adults: Problem-Solving Skills Training to Reduce Distress among Young Adults with Cancer
1R37CA240807-01A1
Ashley Smith


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