Dr Anne-Louise Humphreys PhD

I maintain a clinical and research interest in adult mental health, cognitive behavioural therapy and posttraumatic stress problems.
I have investigated the psychological effects of road traffic crashes and early approaches to address social support and brief early access to treatment. My doctoral thesis focused on "Minimising the psychological consequences of road crashes" through the assessment of existing data collection systems, assessment of PTSD risk whilst casualties attended A&E and brief early CBT intervention for those with emergent psychological trauma.

Through a combination of practice placement needs and the impact of COVID 19 on placement opportunities together with colleagues I have designed and undertaken research into the effectiveness of simulation within clinical practice education. Findings support the merit of being able to learn and develop skills and confidence within a safe learning environment.

Within occupational science literature is a consistent theme focusing on the relationship between valued and meaningful activities, health and well-being. This concept elates closely to the emergent use of social prescribing to promote increased health and well-being that is seen within the UK.
Research to investigate the impact and mechanisms of the relationship between these factors is being undertaken and developed across a range of valued leisure interests to inform the occupational science knowledge base.