- PhD in Experimental Psychology (Social Area), Texas Tech University 2022
- MA in Experimental Psychology (Social Area), Texas Tech University 2020 with a Certificate in Psychological Methods and Analysis
- BA in Psychology (Honors), Ohio University, 2017 with a Minor in English and a Certificate in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies
My research focuses on stigma management and identity with respect to sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations, particularly within the BDSM community. I also study stigma and discrimination among gender and racial/ethnic minorities and the LGBTQIA+ community. Overall, my goal is to work closely with marginalized SGM populations and conduct research that eliminates stigma and promotes inclusivity and acceptance.
Educational Background
Teaching Interests
- Areas of specialization: social psychology and gender psychology
- Courses taught: Introductory Psychology, Social Psychology, Topics in Psychology: Psychology of Gender in Film, Advanced Methods in the Psychology of Gender, Directed Research
Research, Scholarly, Creative Work
Selected publications:
- Crane, P.R. (2024). Word play: A top-down approach to text analysis of BDSM practitioners’ written language. Journal of Positive Sexuality, 10(2), 26-53. doi: 10.51681.2.1021
- Crane, P.R. & Ireland, M.E. (2022). Dominants, submissives, and bottom-up text analysis: Exploring BDSM roles through romantic and erotic narratives. Journal of Sex Research, 60(4), 452-462. doi: 10.1080/00224499.2022.2111400
- Crane, P.R., Talley, A.E., Piña-Watson, B. (2022). This is what a scientist looks like: Increasing Hispanic/Latina women’s identification with STEM using relatable role models. Journal of Latinx Psychology, 10(2), 112–127. doi: 10.1037/lat0000202
- Crane, P.R., Swaringen, K.S., Rivas-Koehl, Le, T.H., M., Foster, A.M., Talley, A.E., Weiser., D. (2020). Come out, get out: Relations among sexual minority identification, microaggressions, and retention in higher education. Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 37(9-10), NP8237-NP8248. doi: 10.1177/0886260520967126
- Crane, P.R., Swaringen, K.S., Foster, A.M., & Talley, A., E. (2020). Alcohol use disorders among SGM populations. In E.D. Rothblum (Eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Sexual and Gender Minority Mental Health (pp. 87-100). Oxford University Press.
- Current projects:
- BDSM on the Margins: Recognizing the unique experiences of BIPOC BDSM practitioners.
- Are 2D:4D finger-length ratios related to BDSM power play roles?: An exploratory study.
- Stand out or fit in: Exploring the sexual self among immigrant adults.
Professional Experience
- Former role: Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH
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