Sue Allen Warren

Sue Allen Warren (December 2, 1917 – November 16, 1997) was an American clinical psychologist and educator known for her contributions to the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. She retired from Boston University as an emeritus professor in 1988.

Early life and education Warren was born in North Carolina on December 2, 1917. She earned her bachelor's degree in education from East Carolina University in 1939. Boyd R. McCandless was her doctoral advisor.

From 1959 to 1963, Warren was the director of the psychology department at the Oregon Fairview Home. In 1964, she received a Capper Award for Service in Mental Retardation from the Oregon Association for Retarded Children. She was the editor of the journal Mental Retardation from 1970 to 1982. Warren was a fellow of the AAMR.

Personal life Warren had a son. After retiring, she became a state debate judge in Rhode Island, inspired by her grandchildren's interest in debate. Warren died in her sleep on November 16, 1997.