Dr. DeFrancesco has focused on the psycho-social aspects of sport and exercise among athletes and other participants across the lifespan. She is a certified Sport Psychology Consultant. Her scholarship can be found in: The International Journal of Sport Psychology, The Journal of Sport Behavior, The College Student Journal, The Sport Psychologist, The Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Strategies, and Education.
research interests
Physical Education/Kinesiology/Sport and Fitness College student-athletes Female athletes Injured athletes Exercise behaviors and adherence Leadership in sport and exercise