Karen A. Roberto, PhD
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Karen A. Roberto, PhD
Executive Director, Institute for Society, Culture and Environment
University Distinguished Professor
Senior Fellow, Center for Gerontology
Research Interests: Health and social support of older women; chronic illness in late life; caring for older persons with memory problems; elder abuse