Esther Odamah College of Education and Behavioral Sciences Assistant Professor of Psychology Education PhD, Addiction Psychology, Capella University MS, Psychology, Capella University BS, Biochemistry/PreMed, University of Texas at Austin Courses Taught General Psychology Psychology of Learning Abnormal Psychology Child Psychopathology Principles of Human Development Human Growth & Development Health Psychology Dating/Intimate Relationships Research Interests and Publications Odamah, E.O. (2018). The Prediction of Substance Use Level By Ethnic Identity and Other Cultural Indicators (Publication No. 10825671). [Doctoral dissertation, Capella University]. ProQuest Dissertation and Thesis Global. Protective factors and positive mental health among minority students and African American young adults. Culturally sensitive prevention and intervention programs for alcohol and other drug use (AOD). Independent research on college student self-care behaviors and mental health; self-care behaviors and academic performance (2021- present). Substance abuse and misuse in college students and emerging adults. Religiosity, academic performance, and mental health among college students. Awards and Honors Distinguished Faculty Nomination, College of the Mainland, 2023 San Jacinto Community College “You Make The Difference” Faculty Award, 2017 Previous Academic/Professional Positions Associate Professor of Psychology, College of the Mainland Adjunct Professor, College of the Mainland Adjunct Professor, San Jacinto Community College Additional Information Dr. Odamah has over 7 years of clinical experience as a PhD level Licensed Clinical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) and anger management specialist. She is also a fitness enthusiast, personal fitness trainer, and volunteer coach for two youth community sports teams.
