Lucas R. Prieto, PhD, MSW

Lucas R. Prieto, PhD, MSW
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Assistant Professor, Social Work

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Biography

Dr. Prieto joined Mason in the fall of 2023. His research interests focus on aging, substance use, and sexual health among older adults. He is passionate about advancing the discussions concerning substance use, health disparities, and sexual health among older populations, specifically Latino and sexual minority adults. Prieto has published in several health-related journalsHe earned his B.S. in Sociology/Criminal Justice at Central Michigan University, M.S.W. at the University of Michigan, and his Ph.D. at Michigan State University.

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Education

PhD, Social Work, Michigan State University
MSW, Social Work, University of Michigan
BS, Sociology, Central Michigan University