Jennifer M. Kowalsky

Jennifer M. Kowalsky studies psychological and physiological reactions to medical procedures like blood donation, blood draws, and vaccination, with a particular focus on fear of needles and blood. Her work also examines how stress and adversity during pregnancy and the postpartum period relate to biological markers such as immune function and cellular aging (telomere length). Much of her research involves testing interventions, such as muscle-tensing techniques or virtual exposure exercises, designed to reduce fear and physical symptoms like fainting during blood-related medical procedures.

Publication output has been relatively steady over the last decade, averaging about 2 papers per year over the last 5 years, with some year-to-year fluctuation and no clear upward or downward trend.

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