Behavioural and qualitative science
The behavioural and qualitative science team focuses on adapting behavioural interventions for diverse communities and using qualitative methods to understand the views, cultures and behaviours of individuals and groups. They uncover experiences of health and care, ensuring a wide range of viewpoints is included.
Theme lead: Professor Lucy Yardley
Team members
Dr Anne Scott
Senior Research Associate
Dr China Harrison
Research Fellow
Dr Christalla Pithara-McKeown
Senior Research Associate, Qualitative Research
Dr Clare Thomas
Research Fellow
Dr David Troy
Senior Research Associate
Dr Elisabeth Grey
Research Fellow
Dr Fiona Fox
Research Fellow in Qualitative Research
Dr Hannah Family
Research Fellow (Qualitative and Behavioural Science)
Dr Helen Watts
Research Associate
Dr Innocent Mahiya
Senior Research Associate
Dr Jessica Wheeler
Senior Research Associate in Qualitative Research
Dr Joanna Kesten
Research Fellow, Qualitative Research
Dr Michelle Farr
Senior Research Fellow, Qualitative Research
Dr Rowan Brockman
Senior Research Associate
Dr Sarah Bell
Senior Research Associate in Qualitative Research
Dr Sarah Harding
Senior Research Associate
Dr Selin Sevis
Senior Research Associate
Dr Vicky Carlisle
Senior Research Associate
Mari-Rose Kennedy
Senior Research Associate
Professor Jeremy Horwood
Professor of Social Sciences and Health
Professor Lucy Yardley
Cross-cutting Methodological Theme Lead
Sarah Donald
Research AssociateProjects
Exploring mental health support needs for NHS staff caring for parents experiencing pregnancy loss
Research themes:
- Mental health
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Evidence
Preventing cerebral palsy in premature babies: the PReCePT programme
Research themes:
- Integrated and optimal care
Research teams:
- Applied data science
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Health economics
National PReCePT Programme: a before-and-after evaluation of the implementation of a national quality improvement programme to increase the uptake of magnesium sulfate in preterm deliveries
Read the paperThe Behaviour in Schools Study: How does school discipline affect pupil mental health and wellbeing?
Research themes:
- Healthier childhoods
- Mental health
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Evidence
School behaviour management strategies ineffective and may impact mental health
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Disciplinary behaviour management strategies in schools and their impact on student psychosocial outcomes: A systematic review
Read the paperEvaluating a real-time feedback app to improve staff engagement
Research themes:
- Integrated and optimal care
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
Using real-time, anonymous staff feedback to improve staff experience and engagement
Read the paperDeveloping a mental health strategy with an integrated care system
Research themes:
- Mental health
Research teams:
- Applied data science
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Communications
- Evidence
- Patient and public involvement
How do we keep school students and staff safe during a pandemic?
Research themes:
- COVID
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
School life during COVID-19: a qualitative study exploring English secondary school staff and pupils’ experiences of the school-based mitigation measures
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