Cognitive Science Our research focuses on the study of the mind, and processes such as reasoning, visual processing, problem-solving and emotion.
Clinical Psychology We research the cognitive, emotional, behavioural and physiological processes that link to psychological problems
Development and Psychopathology Our research in this area includes strengths in child trauma, autism and language development.
Addiction and Mental Health Group (AIM) We aim to reduce the impact of addiction and mental ill-health on individuals and communities. Our research informs the public, policy and clinical practice.
Digital Lives Our research group investigates how and why people and groups interact with digital technology and the psychological impact it has on their lives.
Critical Research In Social Psychology (CRISP) Our research concerns the study of identity and discourse in different social contexts.
Human Computer Interaction (the CREATE Lab) We conduct research into the design and evaluation of mobile and ubiquitous technologies.
Understanding Values Attitudes and Behaviour Lab (uVAB Lab) Our team aims to understand values, attitudes, and behaviour and how they are interconnected.
REal and Virtual Environments Augmentation Labs (REVEAL) We are an interdisciplinary centre researching virtual and augmented reality technology.
Centre for Applied Autism Research We research the strengths and challenges experienced by autistic people, to facilitate full and active involvement within society.
Centre for Motivation and Health Behaviour Change We focus on the study and application of motivation. We aim to understand the determinants of wellness and health, and guide behaviour-change interventions.
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Department of Psychology academic staff We are well renowned for excellent teaching and research with an enthusiastic academic team and a lively research environment.
Behaviour change interventions towards extending working life Our research project on the motivations and processes involved in the decision to extend working life.
Developing understanding of the impact of online sexual abuse on young people Our research project on the impact of online sexual abuse on children and the therapeutic interventions and training needed to support abused young people.
Technological and multisensory aids to improve the lives of the visually impaired Our research project on how visual impairment changes cognitive and neural processes.
Extending and refining the understanding and treatment of health anxiety in medical settings Our research project into the challenges posed in a range of healthcare contexts by patients' severe fears of ill-health.
Improving the lives of autistic people Our research project works with autistic people and their families to design and develop technologies to reduce the difficulties they may face.
The psychology of sex and gender differences in pain Our research project on the psychology of sex differences in male and female response to and expression of pain.