Assistant Professor in the Department of Health & Kinesiology at Texas A&M University
About
Dr. Ledric Sherman is an assistant professor in the department of health & kinesiology at Texas A&M University. Dr. Sherman's research interests are focused on Type 2 diabetes self-management among Black men, Men's health, Quality and quantity of life among persons living with type 2 diabetes, and health education and wellness promotion.
Current Work:
Dr. Sherman's research seeks to inform the knowledge base regarding health disparities, particularly in type 2 diabetes prevention and management, among populations and communities adversely impacted by health disparities. Specifically, I investigate factors such as socioeconomic status, surrounding built and natural environment within a community, lifestyle behaviors, and sources of social support, and how these items are related to successful prevention and management of type 2 diabetes.
Research Area Keyword(s):
men's health; diabetes management; health disparities; qualitative research
