Angela Frederick Amar

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Angela Frederick Amar

ANEF FAAN PhD RN

Erline Perkins McGriff Professor
Dean

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Angela Frederick Amar, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, is dean of New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing and Erline Perkins McGriff Professor of Nursing. 

Prior to her appointment as dean in August 2023, Dr. Amar was a tenured faculty member at Emory University and Boston College. Most recently, she was the dean of the School of Nursing at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. While at UNLV, Dr. Amar’s innovative approach and focus on advancing strategic priorities have led to growth in student enrollment across academic programs, recruitment of quality and diverse faculty and staff, greater financial stability through revenue-generating activities, and increased ranking and stature of the school, faculty, and students.

Dr. Amar was named a fellow in the American Academy of Nursing in 2010 and is a fellow in the Academy of Nursing Education (2016), and a distinguished fellow in the International Association of Forensic Nursing (2010). She was in the inaugural cohort of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Nurse Faculty Scholar program (2008-2010) and the AACN Wharton Executive Leadership program. 

As a leading scholar in gender-based violence, Dr. Amar’s research has influenced the direction of campus policy nationally. Dr. Amar is also a leader in nursing education regarding violence and forensic nursing. Dr. Amar is also recognized for her efforts to advance diversity in nursing leadership across organizations and institutions and is a highly sought-after speaker and media guest.

Dr. Amar’s work has been widely recognized for the many contributions she has made. This includes the Nursing Leader Award from the Asian American group and the Las Vegas Indian Chamber of Commerce (2022) and the People’s Choice Outstanding Dean and Leader from the Nevada Nurses Association (2021). Her 2016 book on forensic nursing received gold and bronze awards from AJN. The Nursing Network on Violence Against Women International awarded her the Excellence in Practice and Policy award (2015).

Dr. Amar currently serves on the board of directors of the American Academy of Nursing, chairs the government affairs committee for the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, and is a member of the finance committee of the National League for Nursing. 

Dr. Amar holds a Ph.D. from the University at Pennsylvania School of Nursing and a master’s and bachelor’s degrees in nursing from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. 

Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (2003)
M.N. Louisiana State University Medical Center, School of Nursing, New Orleans, Louisiana (Psychiatric and Community Mental Health Nursing; Curriculum and Instruction) (1992)
B.S.N. Louisiana State University Medical Center, School of Nursing, New Orleans, Louisiana (1987)

American Academy of Nursing
American Association of Colleges of Nursing
National League for Nursing

Nursing Leader Award, Asian American Group and Las Vegas India Chamber of Commerce (2022)
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society membership (2021)
People’s Choice Outstanding Dean, Nevada Nurses Association (2021)
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Wharton Executive Leadership program. University of Pennsylvania (2018)
Lillian Sholtis Brunner Award for Innovative Practice in Nursing, Alumni Award, University of Pennsylvania, School of Nursing (2017)
AJN Book of the Year Awards -Gold and Bronze Award for: A Practical Guide to Forensic Nursing (2016)
Academy of Nursing Education Fellow, National League for Nursing (2016)
Excellence in Practice and Policy Award, Nursing Network on Violence Against Women International (2015)
Public Voices Fellow, Emory University & Op-Ed Project (2013) (2014)
Nurse of the Year, Behavioral Health, March of Dimes Georgia (2013)
Wye Faculty Seminar participant, The Aspen Institute (2011)
Writing Award for Excellence in Nursing Research, Journal of Forensic Nursing (2011)
Distinguished Fellow, International Association of Forensic Nurses (2010)
Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (2010)
Excellence in Nursing Award, New England Regional Black Nurses Association (2008)
Faculty Fellow, Community Research, and Learning Network. Washington, DC (2006)
Nurse Faculty Scholar, Inaugural Cohort, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (2008-2011)

Dating violence: comparing victims who are also perpetrators with victims who are not.

Amar, A. F. (2007). Journal of Forensic Nursing, 3(1), 35-41. 10.1097/01263942-200703000-00005
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Dating violence is accepted as bi-directional with both genders as victims and perpetrators. While researchers have studied perpetration and victimization, limited research has explored differences in young women who are victims and perpetrators with those who are victims only. This study compares injury and mental health symptoms of victims who reported perpetrating violence with victims who did not.

Understanding the veil: non-stranger sexual assault of a Muslim woman.

Amar, A. F. (2007). Journal of Forensic Nursing, 3(3), 134-136. 10.1111/j.1939-3938.2007.tb00100.x
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Respecting and understanding religious and cultural influences of gender-based violence improves the care provided by forensic nurses.

College Women's Experience of Stalking: Mental Health Symptoms and Changes in Routines

Amar, A. F. (2006). Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, 20(3), 108-116. 10.1016/j.apnu.2005.10.003
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Background: Stalking is a serious public health and societal concern affecting many college women. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore college women's experiences of stalking. The specific aims were to compare victims and nonvictims on physical and mental health indicators and to identify lifestyle changes made in response to being stalked. Methods: In this cross-sectional design, 601 women from two universities completed a stalking questionnaire, a mental health screening tool, and an injury checklist. Data analysis included frequencies, multivariate analysis of variance, analysis of variance, and χ2 analysis. Results: A quarter of the sample reported experiencing stalking, most often by an intimate or dating partner. Individuals who reported experiencing stalking reported significantly more mental health symptoms and lower perceived physical health status than individuals who did not. Victims reported changing routines, behaviors, and activities. Conclusions: Psychiatric nurses must be knowledgeable about stalking and its impact on health. Nurses can provide support, services, and community referrals.

Intimate Partner Violence: Implications for Critical Care Nursing

Amar, A. F., & Cox, C. W. (2006). Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North America, 18(3), 287-296. 10.1016/j.ccell.2006.05.013
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IPV presents a serious health risk to many women. Emergency and critical care nurses are in a prime position for identification of and intervention with these women. Careful assessment and recognition of symptoms and conditions associated with IPV helps nurses to identify victims and potential victims. Building a trusting and supportive environment, where women feel comfortable disclosing abuse, precedes effective intervention. Nursing practice can incorporate the myriad resources and successful programs to provide victims with quality care. Before discharge from the critical care unit or ED, nurses can help women to identify their risk and plan for safety. Effective nursing care in IPV combines the traditional critical care nursing skills synergistically with provision for the biopsychosocial needs of patients.

Dating violence in college women: Associated physical injury, healthcare usage, and mental health symptoms

Amar, A. F., & Gennaro, S. (2005). Nursing Research, 54(4), 235-242.
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▶ Background: College-aged women report experiencing violence from a partner within the dating experience. ▶ Objectives: This study used a correlational design, to report physical injury, mental health symptoms, and healthcare associated with violence in the dating experiences of college women. ▶ Methods: A convenience sample of 863 college women between 18 and 25 years of age from a private, historically Black university in the South, and a private college in the mid-Atlantic completed the Abuse Assessment Screen, a physical injury checklist, and the Symptom Checklist - R-90. Data analysis consisted of frequencies, ANOVA, and MANOVA. ▶ Results: Almost half (48%) (n = 412) reported violence and, of these, 39% (n = 160) reported more than one form of violence. The most commonly reported injuries were scratches, bruises, welts, black eyes, swelling, or busted lip; and sore muscles, sprains, or pulls. Victims had significantly higher scores on depression, anxiety, somatization, interpersonal sensitivity, hostility, and global severity index than nonvictims. Victims of multiple forms of violence had significantly higher mental health scores and reported greater numbers of injuries than victims of a single form of violence. Less than half of those injured sought healthcare for injuries and less than 3% saw a mental health professional. ▶ Discussion: Study findings suggest the importance of screening and identification of victims of violence. Knowledge of physical and mental health effects of violence can guide intervention, prevention, and health promotion strategies. Future research is needed to describe barriers to seeking healthcare, screening practices of college health programs, and programs to identify victims.

"Dissed" by dating violence

Amar, A. F., & Alexy, E. M. (2005). Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, 41(4), 162-171. 10.1111/j.1744-6163.2005.00032.x
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PROBLEM. This study describes the impact of the experience of dating violence on the daily lives of college women. METHODS. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze transcribed responses from an open-ended question about the impact of dating violence. FINDINGS. Eight thematic categories emerged: emotional distress, distrust and using extra precautions, disconnected and distant in relationships, self-discontentment, disclaiming the experience, feeling disenfranchised, life disruption, and turning a situation from disempowering to empowering. CONCLUSIONS. Understanding the perspective of dating violence victims assists the advanced practice psychiatric nurse (APPN) with planning effective care. Routine screening about past and present experiences of violence must occur with all young women. Providers must be knowledgeable about available resources for victims.

Prevalence estimates of violence in the dating experiences of college women.

Amar, A. F. (2004). Journal of National Black Nurses’ Association : JNBNA, 15(2), 23-31.
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Young women are vulnerable to experiencing psychological, physical, and sexual violence and stalking through dating experiences. This study used a correlational design to report prevalence estimates of psychological, physical, and sexual violence and stalking that occur within the dating experiences of college women. This study also compared prevalence estimates of violence between African-American and White college women. A convenience sample of 863 (N = 863) women between 18 and 25 years of age from a private, historically African-American college in the south and a private, historically primarily White college in the mid-Atlantic completed the Abuse Assessment Screen, and a background data sheet. All participants had the option of completing a narrative note. Data analysis consisted of frequencies, and chi2. Almost half of the total sample 48% (n = 412) reported the experience of violence and of these, 39% (n = 160) reported more than one form of violence. Specific prevalence was as follows: psychological violence 22% (n = 190), stalking or harassment 31% (n = 266), physical violence 12% (n = 99), and all unwanted sexual activity 9% (n = 80). Prevalence estimates were consistent for African-American and White college students in all types of violence except in reporting threats of physical violence and threats plus actual physical violence. Study findings highlight the need for nurses to routinely screen and assess all young women for psychological, physical, and sexual violence and stalking Surveillance efforts will help identify victims and potential victims so that appropriate referrals for treatment and support can be made.