Originally presented on June 20th, 2025.
Do you have questions for myotonic dystrophy (DM) doctors and therapists? Watch our Ask-the-Expert: The Emotional Journey of DM. This features Missy Dixon, PhD, a Licensed Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Utah.
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About the Expert
Missy Dixon, PhD
Licensed Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Missy Dixon, PhD, is a Licensed Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Utah. She specializes in mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults with complex medical conditions, including neuromuscular disorders. Her research focuses on cognitive function and central nervous system involvement in muscular dystrophies, integrating neuropsychological assessments, neuroimaging, and patient-reported outcomes. She leads a longitudinal study examining CNS development in children with myotonic dystrophy and investigates key factors influencing quality of life in individuals with muscular dystrophy.