Evelyn Barrales
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Ph.D. Student and Graduate Research Assistant
Evelyn Barrales is a third-year doctoral student studying Human Development and Family Science at the University of Georgia, with a primary focus on Latine/x family processes in her research.
357 Dawson Hall
305 Sanford Dr.
Athens, GA 30602
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.S. | Human Development and Family Studies | Winthrop University | May 2023 |
| B.A. | Modern Languages with a Concentration in Spanish | Winthrop University | May 2023 |
Research
Evelyn's research aims to uncover within-group differences among Latine/x families, investigate the influences of biculturalism on the development of Latine/x families, and explore gender identity development among Latina emerging adults and its impact on their mental health. She approaches her work from an intersectional, strengths-based perspective, with the goal of producing translational research that informs clinical practice with Latina emerging adults and their families.
Awards
| Award Name | Awarded By | Year Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Presidential Graduate Fellow Award | University of Georgia Graduate School | 2023-27 |
| NCFR Student Access Grant | National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) | 2022-23 |
Service
| Organization | Title | Year(s) | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDFS Graduate Student Organization | Vice President | 2025-26 | Leadership |
| HDFS Graduate Student Organization | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Chair | 2023-25 | Leadership |
Advisory Committee
Dr. J. Maria Bermudez
Dr. April Few-Demo
Dr. Elizabeth Wieling
Conference Presentations
Barrales, E. (November 21, 2025). A Systematic Review of Latina Emerging Adult Mental Health: Implications for Research and Clinical Practice [Paper presentation]. National Council on Family Relations Annual Conference, Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Barrales, E., & Edwards, A. L. (November 18, 2022). Cultural Influences on Gender Identity Development Among Mexican American Women in Multigenerational Households [Poster presentation]. National Council on Family Relations Annual Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Publications
Edwards-Bianchi, A. L., & Barrales, E. (2025). Investing in ourselves: Motherwork processes among rural Mexican American women and their emerging adult daughters. Journal of Latinx Psychology, 13(4), 343–358. https://doi.org/10.1037/lat0000288