Applied Health & Social Psychology Group 
The Applied Health and Social Psychology Group is based in the Division of Psychology, in the School of Social and International Studies at the University of Bradford. It also includes a number of researchers from across the University. Members of this group aim to draw upon psychological principles and theory to research how a range of issues impact upon health and wellbeing. Our work has an applied health and community services and development focus.
We draw on both qualitative and quantitative approaches including narrative/biographical approaches; critical psychology; feminist perspectives; participatory evaluation research; correlational methods; and biological and physiological measures. A key aim is to understand the link between subjectivity and the social world in relation to health and well-being. A further focus is an analysis of the relationship between biological and psychological processes.
AHSPG Seminar Programme, 2011, 2.30-3.30pm in L30, Ricmond Building
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Date |
Speaker | Topic |
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22nd February |
Dr Jo Ashby |
Alcohol misuse and coercive treatment: exploring offenders' experiences through a dialogical lens. PLEASE NOTE THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE TO THE SCHEDULE. DR JO ASHBY'S PRESENTATION WILL NOW TAKE PLACE ON WEDNESDAY 22ND FEB BETWEEN 15.15 AND 16.15 IN C30, RICHMOND |
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7th March |
Elizabeth Walters |
The role of Diet in Alzheimer's Disease |
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21st March |
Dr Rob Dempsey |
Autobiographical Memory and Cognitive Style in Bipolar Disorder |
Find out the latest on the group's activities (links below)
AHSPG News 2011
AHSPG News 2010
Dr Sally Johnson is pleased to announced that her book, edited with Prof Christine Horrocks, 'Advances in Health Psychology: Critical Approaches' is about to be published. This edited volume builds on the strengths of critical health psychology and offers cutting edge coverage of current thinking in the field. With a focus on contemporary issues, academics and practitioners consider how the movement can continue to contribute to social and political change.
Research Grants 2011
Dr Tammi Walker from the Division of Psychology has been successful in obtaining a large research bid with the University of Manchester, Centre for Women's Mental Health and Centre for Suicide Prevention.
The research entitled Women Offenders Repeat Self-Harm Intervention Pilot II (WORSHIP II) is funded by the National Institute of Health Research - Research for Patient Benefit Programme. This three year project is due to commence in 2012 and aims to test whether a targeted short-term intervention for self-harm [Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy] which focuses on womens difficulties can reduce thoughts of suicide and self-harm in women prisoners.
Forthcoming Conferences
We will be hosting:
- The 3rd European Symposium on Substance Use and Abuse in University Students, June 2011
- The International Society of Critical Health Psychology 8th Biennial Conference, 2013
Group Members
Division of Psychology Members
Dr Sally Johnson (co-ordinator), Dr Ellie Bryant, Rebecca Durrans, Dr Nancy Kelly, Dr Victoria Lavis, Dr Valerie Lesk Dr John McAlaney, Dr Gillian Marks, Dr Tammi Walker
Affiliate Members
Dr Fiona Anderson, Dr Jo Ashby, Dr Josie Fraser, Professor Christine Horrocks, Ifsa Hussain, Dr Beverley Lucas, Professor Paula Nicolson, Dr Jim Smythe