Integrating Lifestyle Medicine Into a Doctor of Physical Therapy Curriculum: A Four-Year Longitudinal Program Evaluation of Student Wellness, Psychological Capital, and Social Networks

Betsy J. Becker, Tessa M. Wells, Kathleen G. Volkman, Nicole Sleddens, Harlan Sayles, Kellie Gossman, Grace Johnson, Teresa M. Cochran, University of Nebraska Medical Center, University of Nebraska Medical Center

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

Published online on June 11, 2026

Abstract

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, Ahead of Print.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students encounter substantial academic and psychological challenges, yet there is limited consensus on effective interventions. This 4-year longitudinal program evaluation describes the integration of lifestyle medicine ...