I am interested in non-conscious psychological processes that influence individuals’ goal pursuit and decision making. My particular interests are social values (e.g. freedom), emotions, attitudes, wellbeing, persuasion and identity. I work in research and applied settings.
FHEA
British Psychological Society CPsychol
Research methods
Social Psychology
Health Psychology
Forensic Psychology
I have researched a range of topics. These include, the relationship between social values, dietary choices and wellbeing, virtuous leadership and somatic markers implicated in decision making. I am also working in applied settings investigating self-identity in specific groups of people with health issues and the wellbeing of paid and unpaid carers supporting two groups of people; those with intellectual disabilities and those with dementia.
I have provided media interviews.
I have worked on Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and as a consultant.
Wide ranging including:
Attitudes
Persuasion
Social media
Wellbeing in carers
Social identity
Self-identity