Expertise

Dr. Ferraro's research program emphasizes family experiences and parenting, during periods of transition. He places an emphasis on translational research, trying to better understand what family supports and processes best aid families experiencing structural or developmental transitions.

Area(s) of Specialization:

  • Divorce & Stepfamilies
  • Fathering & Father Involvement
  • Stress, Coping, & Trauma
  • Family Structure
  • Coparenting
  • Identity Development
  • Military Families
  • Program Evaluation
  • Measurement Development & Assessment
Past Affiliations

Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Human Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, Kansas State University

Research Associate, Institute for Family Violence Studies (past)

Research Assistant, Department of Family and Child Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, Florida State University (past)

Communities
Human Development, Allied Health
Degrees
PhD, Florida State University, Human Development and Family Science, 2017
BS, University of Central Florida, Legal Studies, 2012