Kathleen Bauer

Kathleen Bauer, PhD, RD is a Professor of Nutrition and coordinator of the Nutrition and Food Science major at Montclair State University. Currently she is involved in several cultural and academic research projects regarding psychosocial factors related to obesity among Chinese-Americans and methodology for gaining cultural competence. Her most recent publications include first authorship of a textbook on Nutrition Counseling and Education Skill Development, and chapters for books on psychosocial models related to obesity and gaining cultural competence in community nutrition. Dr. Bauer’s applied experience includes directing a nutrition counseling clinic, developing wellness programs for fitness centers and corporations and consulting for nursing homes. Honors include American Dietetic Association 2002 Outstanding Dietetic Educator for Area VII and the Gallo Award for Outstanding Cancer Research from the Cancer Institute of New Jersey.

Obesity Risk Reduction Behaviors among Chinese Americans

January 12, 2017September 26, 2014 By Doreen Liou and Kathleen Bauer

Obesity is a global epidemic affecting all populations including Chinese Americans. A survey research was conducted by Dr. Doreen Liou and Dr. Kathleen Bauer to uncover the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors related to obesity risk reduction in Chinese Americans. Obesity risk reduction behaviors and psychosocial variables derived from the Theory of Planned Behavior and Health … Read more

Intercultural Perceptions of Obesity Among Chinese Americans

September 11, 2018November 20, 2009 By Doreen Liou and Kathleen Bauer

Obesity is a major health epidemic affecting all ethnic groups including Chinese Americans. A qualitative study was conducted to explore the interface of traditional Chinese and American values related to perceptions of obesity in Chinese Americans residing in the New York metropolitan region. The researchers will highlight intercultural influences, social norms, and gender effects that … Read more

Perceptions of Obesity Risk & Prevention in Chinese Americans

October 3, 2018June 27, 2008 By Doreen Liou and Kathleen Bauer

Obesity is a national epidemic as population studies point to increased trends occurring in Asian Americans. A qualitative study was conducted to identify perceptions of obesity risk and prevention in Chinese American adults residing in the New York metropolitan area. The researchers will discuss social psychological, cultural, and environmental factors that influence obesity risk in Chinese Americans. Insights on nutrition recommendations to prevent obesity will also be presented.