Siyuan Yang

Psychopathology Researcher, Drama Therapy, 09/22 - 05/23,

• Explored role-play in drama therapy for 26 patients, fostering emotional expression & self-awareness; understand the importance of psychotherapy methods. An analysis of 26 participants showed that drama-based interventions can help patient express their feelings, improve mental health outcomes, including trauma-related disorders and psychological well-being.

Developmental Psychology Independent Researcher, 09/22 - 05/23

• Explored the development of Type A and Type B personalities, their influence on social psychology, and rare transitions between them due to trauma. Research has demonstrated a significant association between childhood traumatic experiences and the development of personality disorders.

Social Psychology Independent Researcher, 09/22 - 05/23

• Conducted thorough research and observations on self-esteem's multifaceted nature, its impact on interactions, & analyzed its defining characteristics. Results suggest that understanding the multifaceted nature of self-esteem is essential in social psychology.

Criminal Psychology Independent Researcher, 09/22 - 05/23

• Investigated the psychological underpinnings of criminal behavior, examining the role of antisocial personality traits, early trauma, and environmental factors in offending patterns; findings highlight the intersection of mental illness and recidivism rates within the justice system.

• Human Resources Analytics
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Athletics: 1 year of Girls Varsity Soccer in high school, 3 years of dance in college

Musics: Played 7 years of piano, 8 years of flute, and piccolo.  4 years of concert band in high school, 3 years of euphonic video game orchestra in college

Arts: Oil painting, Acrylic painting, monochromatic, polychromatic, crochet, and knit.

Theater: Participated in 4 Shakespeare plays, 2 musicals, and 10+ improv workshops.

Received President's Education Award for outstanding academic excellence.

All A Honor Roll for both semesters and all four quarters

Mathematics award for outstanding performance

Third Place - 2022 Illinois Association of Christian School Debate Competition

First place - 2022 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine Arts Competition orchestra/band class AA

Award of Excellence - 2022 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Math Tournament

Varsity Athlete Award for Girls Soccer 2022 - Schaumburg Christian School

First place - 2023 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine Arts Competition orchestra/band class AA

Superior Award - 2023 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Math Tournament

Award of Excellence - 2023 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine art competition, Polychromatic drawing

Third Place - 2023 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine Art Competition Oil Painting

Published research article in Preventive Medicine Research(ISSN:2705-0459) on the topic: Self-Esteem and Interpersonal Interaction: The Role of Self-Esteem in Social Relationships

Published research article in World Medical Frontier on topic(ISSN:2705-1161): Psychodrama therapy and post-traumatic stress disorder treatment: the link between role-playing and psychological recovery.

First Place – 2024 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine Arts Competition Calligraphy

First place - 2023 Illinois Association of Christian School Senior High Fine Arts Competition orchestra/band class AA