Sanghee Chun
Associate Professor
Recreation and Leisure Studies
Brock University
Canada
Biography
Dr. Sanghee Chun, CTRS, PhD, has worked in the field of Therapeutic Recreation for over 17 years primarily in the area of Physical and Psychiatric Rehabilitation. Sanghee’s research has focused on posttraumatic growth and happiness of individuals with spinal cord injury. She possesses a keen interest of the role of ParaSport, meaningful leisure and volunteering in the daily lives of people with chronic illness and physical disabilities. Her accumulated studies highlight the importance of meaningful family and social relationships, meaningful engagement in activities, and appreciation for life. Dr. Chun is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Research Interest
Meaningful Leisure; Posttraumatic Growth; Gratitude; Happiness; Physical Rehabilitation
Publications
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Chun, S., & Lee, Y. (2013). The experience of growth with visual impairment. Annual in Therapeutic Recreation, 21, 32-44.
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Chun, S., & Lee, Y. (2013). “I am just thankfulâ€: The experience of gratitude following traumatic spinal cord injury. Disability & Rehabilitation, 35(1), 11-19.
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Heo, J., Chun, S., Lee, S., Lee, K., & Kim, J. (2015). Internet use and well-being in older adults. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, 18(5), 268-272.
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Kim, J., Chun, S., Heo, J., Lee, S., & Han, A. (2016). Contribution of leisure-time physical activity on psychological benefits among elderly immigrants. Applied Research in Quality of Life, 11(2), 461-470.
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Heo, J., Chun, S., Lee, S., & Kim, J. (2016). Life satisfaction and psychological well-being of older adults with cancer experience: The role of optimism and volunteering. International Journal of Aging & Human Development, 83(3), 274-289.
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Chun, S., Heo, J., Lee, S., & Kim, J. (2016). Leisure-related predictors on a sense of purpose in life among older adults with cancer. Activity, Adaptation, and Aging, 40(3),
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Heo, J., Chun, S., Kim, B., Ryu, J., & Lee, Y. (2017). Leisure activities, optimism, and personal growth among the young-old, old-old, and oldest-old. Educational Gerontology, 43(6), 289-299.
