Dr Laura Sharp

  • Senior Lecturer (Mental Health & Wellbeing)

email: Laura.Sharp@glasgow.ac.uk

School of Health and Wellbeing, Clarice Pears Building, 90 Byres Road, G12 8TB

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ORCID iDhttps://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141

Biography

Since completing her Ph.D. in Psychology Dr Laura Sharp has gained extensive experience of carrying out qualitative and quantitative research in a range of areas. She is particularly active in Scholarship of learning and teaching with projects exploring authentic assessment, embedding of employability skills in learning resources, application of augmented reality and artificial intelligence in teaching materials, EDI (equality, diversity, and inclusion), and decolonisation of the curriculum.

She has completed projects in a range of areas in health and wellbeing including:

  • HIV stigma
  • Nutrition and cancer education
  • Infant feeding support
  • Parenting
  • Child growth
  • Child safety when travelling
  • Female safety on public transport
  • Hepatitis C testing in the family planning clinic
  • Health & homelessness
  • Suicide prevention
  • Early medical abortion at home
  • National audit of postnatal depression (NHS QIS)
  • Review of digital component of Education Reform consultation
  • Social Security - end of life, hard to reach groups, disability

Working with participants from a range of backgrounds including hard to reach groups, places Laura in a strong position to engage effectively and sensitively with participants with a variety of living circumstances.

 

Publications

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Number of items: 40.

2024

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. , Hatton, G., Stubbs, F. and Langan Martin, J. (2024) More than just an add-on: enhancing discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(1), pp. 19-35. (doi: 10.56433/jpaap.v12i1.568)

Karadzhov, D. , Lee, J., Hatton-Wotham, G., White, R. G., Sharp, L. , Jalloh, A. and Langan Martin, J. (2024) Identifying core global mental health professional competencies: a multi-sectoral perspective. Global Mental Health, (doi: 10.1017/gmh.2024.26)

2023

Skellington Orr, K., Wilson Smith, E., Barry, M. and Sharp, L. (2023) Women's and girls' views and experiences of personal safety when using public transport. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2022

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Paterson, H. (2022) Gathering feedback. In: Hughes, P. and Langan Martin, J. (eds.) Teaching Psychiatry to Undergraduates. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, pp. 162-167. ISBN 9781108925976 (doi: 10.1017/9781108921206.025)

Frew, A., Sharp, L. , Wilson, M., McNaughton, L. and Langan-Martin, J. (2022) Ensuring Diversity in Learning Materials: Whose W.O.R.D.D Counts? 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. and Langan Martin, J. (2022) Harnessing Problem-Based Learning to Foster Student Adaptability and Inter-Cultural Awareness and Exchange. 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Sharp, L. (2022) Bail and Release from Custody Arrangements in Scotland: Consultation Analysis: Final Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

2021

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , McNaughton, L., Weldon, M. and le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, J. (2021) Ensuring Learner Safety and Wellbeing When Teaching Sensitive Topics. Professionalism in Healthcare 2021: Adapting to the Seasons, 01 Oct 2021.

Sharp, L. (2021) Consultation on Guidance from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland: Definition of Terminal Illness for the Purpose of Disability Assistance. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. and Langan Martin, J. (2021) Integrating disciplinary practices to optimally deliver alternative assessments and embed graduate attributes in a global mental health master’s programme. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 9(1), pp. 18-35. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v9i1.438)

le Jeune D'Allegeershecque, J. , Langan-Martin, J. , Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. , McNaughton, L. and Weldon, M. (2021) Developing and Refining Course Content While Remote Working. 14th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 18 Jun 2021.

Sharp, L. (2021) Adult Disability Payment (ADP) Regulations: Analysis of Consultation Responses. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Future Arrangements for Early Medical Abortion at Home: Consultation Analysis Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Analysis of Responses to the Scottish Government Consultation on Free Bus Travel for People Resident in Scotland aged under 19. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2020

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2020) Delivering the first internationally accessible Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) on suicide prevention: a case study and insights into best practice. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 8(2), pp. 72-80. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v8i2.439)

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , Cleare, S. , Syrett, S., Zortea, T. and O'Connor, R. (2020) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. Findings from the March and Sep 2019 runs. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , McNaughton, L., Karadzhov, D. and Weldon, M. (2020) Delivering Sensitive Course Content by Embedding Self-Care Resources for Students in Learning Materials. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

2019

McClelland, H. , Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Cleare, S. (2019) Mental Health, Suicide and Suicide Prevention in a Global Context. 3rd Annual Student’s One Health Conference, Glasgow, UK, 09-10 Nov 2019.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , McClelland, H. , Cleare, S. and O'Connor, R. (2019) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. 30th World Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention: Breaking Down Walls and Building Bridges (IASP 2019), Derry, Ireland, 17-21 Sep 2019.

Sharp, L. (2019) Effectiveness of Current Statutory Guidance Which Supports Part 3 of the Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014: Consultation Analysis. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Weldon, M., Poyade, M., Langan Martin, J. , Sharp, L. and Martin, D. (2019) Using interactive 3D visualisations in neuropsychiatric education. In: Rea, P. M. (ed.) Biomedical Visualisation, Volume 2. Series: Advances in experimental medicine and biology (1138). Springer Nature, pp. 17-27. ISBN 9783030142261 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-14227-8_2)

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2019) Alternative (Authentic) Assessments: Professional Skill Enhancement and Development of Graduate Attributes. 12th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 2-3 Apr 2019.

2018

Weldon, M., Sharp, L. and Langan-Martin, J. (2018) Using Interactive 3D Visualisations in Postgraduate Education. The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland Autumn Meeting, Edinburgh, UK, 21 Sep 2018.

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2018) The curious case of blended learning: an evaluation of a curriculum innovation in the Global Mental Health Master’s programme. Journal of Medical Education, 17(3), pp. 149-159.

Sharp, L. , Langan-Martin, J. and Karadzhov, D. (2018) Staged Introduction of Blended Learning – To Blend or Not to Blend? 11th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 28-29 Mar 2018.

Hibbert, M. et al. (2018) The people living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015: HIV-related sexual rejection and other experiences of stigma and discrimination among gay and heterosexual men. AIDS Care, 30(9), pp. 1189-1196. (doi: 10.1080/09540121.2018.1479027) (PMID:29806466)

2017

Skellington-Orr, K., Sharp, L. and Wilson-Smith, E. (2017) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Learning Resources. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2016

Skellington Orr, K. and Sharp, L. (2016) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Early Years Resource. Documentation. Transport Scotland, Edinburgh.

2015

Watt, C.M., Jackson, M., Sharp, L. , Marks, L. and Tobias, E.S. (2015) Developing a Master of Science in Genetic and Genomic Counseling in Scotland: a Collaboration Between the West of Scotland Genetic Services and the University of Glasgow. European Society for Human Genetics Conference, Glasgow, UK, 06-09 Jun 2015.

2014

Hudson, A., Sharp, L. and Paterson, H. (2014) Training Teachers in the UK to Use Positive? Attitudes and Awareness of HIV. 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS2014), Melbourne, Australia, 20-25 Jul 2014.

2013

Trenkett, L., Sharp, L. , Paterson, H., Simelane, L. and Alemayehu, D. (2013) Using Data To Show The Barriers To Treatment Literacy And Recommendations For Improving Adherence To HIV Treatment Regimens Examples From Ethiopia And Swaziland. 17th ICASA Conference 2013, Cape Town, South Africa, 07-11 Dec 2013.

2012

Wright, C.M. , Sachs, M., Short, J., Sharp, L. , Cameron, K. and Moy, R.J. (2012) Designing new UK-WHO growth charts: implications for health staff use and understanding of charts and growth monitoring. Maternal and Child Nutrition, 8(3), pp. 371-379. (doi: 10.1111/j.1740-8709.2010.00296.x) (PMID:21332642)

Sachs, M., Sharp, L. , Bedford, H. and Wright, C.M. (2012) 'Now I understand': consulting parents on chart design and parental information for the UK-WHO child growth charts. Child: Care, Health and Development, 38(3), pp. 435-440. (doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2011.01256.x) (PMID:21668464)

2010

Sharp, L. (2010) The People Living with HIV Stigma Index Qualitative Data: Findings of the Qualitative Work Undertaken to Complement the People Living with HIV Stigma Index. Project Report. Stigma Survey UK.

2008

Alder, E.M., Reid, M.E., Sharp, L. , Cantwell, R., Robertson, K. and Kearney, E. (2008) Policy and practice in the managment of postnatal depression in Scotland. Archives of Women's Mental Health, 11(3), pp. 213-219. (doi: 10.1007/s00737-008-0015-8)

2007

Sharp, L. , Hutchinson, S. J., Goldberg, D., Taylor, A. and Carr, S. (2007) Gauging acceptance of a hepatitis C test by family planning clinic attendees in Glasgow, UK. Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, 33(4), pp. 263-266. (doi: 10.1783/147118907782101805) (PMID:17925111)

Sharp, J., Baillie, N., Osborne, M., Whitnall, L. and Sharp, L. (2007) Outcome evaluation of brief psychosocial training for cardiac rehabilitation staff. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention, 27(2), pp. 99-103. (doi: 10.1097/01.HCR.0000265037.31780.af) (PMID:17558247)

Sharp, L. and McGee, A. (2007) The role of rhythm in the development, maintenance and management of stereotypic behaviours. British Journal of Music Therapy, 21(1), pp. 23-27. (doi: 10.1177/135945750702100104)

Sharp, L. and Taylor, C. (2007) The National Audit of the Detection and Management of Postnatal Depression. Documentation. NHS Scotland.

2005

Sharp, L. and McGee, A.M. (2005) An Easy to Administer Intervention That Can Support Cognitive Development in Individuals With Special Educational Needs. BPS Scottish Branch Annual Conference, Perth, UK, 25-26 Nov 2005.

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Number of items: 40.

Articles

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. , Hatton, G., Stubbs, F. and Langan Martin, J. (2024) More than just an add-on: enhancing discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(1), pp. 19-35. (doi: 10.56433/jpaap.v12i1.568)

Karadzhov, D. , Lee, J., Hatton-Wotham, G., White, R. G., Sharp, L. , Jalloh, A. and Langan Martin, J. (2024) Identifying core global mental health professional competencies: a multi-sectoral perspective. Global Mental Health, (doi: 10.1017/gmh.2024.26)

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. and Langan Martin, J. (2021) Integrating disciplinary practices to optimally deliver alternative assessments and embed graduate attributes in a global mental health master’s programme. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 9(1), pp. 18-35. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v9i1.438)

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2020) Delivering the first internationally accessible Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) on suicide prevention: a case study and insights into best practice. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 8(2), pp. 72-80. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v8i2.439)

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2018) The curious case of blended learning: an evaluation of a curriculum innovation in the Global Mental Health Master’s programme. Journal of Medical Education, 17(3), pp. 149-159.

Hibbert, M. et al. (2018) The people living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015: HIV-related sexual rejection and other experiences of stigma and discrimination among gay and heterosexual men. AIDS Care, 30(9), pp. 1189-1196. (doi: 10.1080/09540121.2018.1479027) (PMID:29806466)

Wright, C.M. , Sachs, M., Short, J., Sharp, L. , Cameron, K. and Moy, R.J. (2012) Designing new UK-WHO growth charts: implications for health staff use and understanding of charts and growth monitoring. Maternal and Child Nutrition, 8(3), pp. 371-379. (doi: 10.1111/j.1740-8709.2010.00296.x) (PMID:21332642)

Sachs, M., Sharp, L. , Bedford, H. and Wright, C.M. (2012) 'Now I understand': consulting parents on chart design and parental information for the UK-WHO child growth charts. Child: Care, Health and Development, 38(3), pp. 435-440. (doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2011.01256.x) (PMID:21668464)

Alder, E.M., Reid, M.E., Sharp, L. , Cantwell, R., Robertson, K. and Kearney, E. (2008) Policy and practice in the managment of postnatal depression in Scotland. Archives of Women's Mental Health, 11(3), pp. 213-219. (doi: 10.1007/s00737-008-0015-8)

Sharp, L. , Hutchinson, S. J., Goldberg, D., Taylor, A. and Carr, S. (2007) Gauging acceptance of a hepatitis C test by family planning clinic attendees in Glasgow, UK. Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, 33(4), pp. 263-266. (doi: 10.1783/147118907782101805) (PMID:17925111)

Sharp, J., Baillie, N., Osborne, M., Whitnall, L. and Sharp, L. (2007) Outcome evaluation of brief psychosocial training for cardiac rehabilitation staff. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention, 27(2), pp. 99-103. (doi: 10.1097/01.HCR.0000265037.31780.af) (PMID:17558247)

Sharp, L. and McGee, A. (2007) The role of rhythm in the development, maintenance and management of stereotypic behaviours. British Journal of Music Therapy, 21(1), pp. 23-27. (doi: 10.1177/135945750702100104)

Book Sections

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Paterson, H. (2022) Gathering feedback. In: Hughes, P. and Langan Martin, J. (eds.) Teaching Psychiatry to Undergraduates. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, pp. 162-167. ISBN 9781108925976 (doi: 10.1017/9781108921206.025)

Weldon, M., Poyade, M., Langan Martin, J. , Sharp, L. and Martin, D. (2019) Using interactive 3D visualisations in neuropsychiatric education. In: Rea, P. M. (ed.) Biomedical Visualisation, Volume 2. Series: Advances in experimental medicine and biology (1138). Springer Nature, pp. 17-27. ISBN 9783030142261 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-14227-8_2)

Research Reports or Papers

Skellington Orr, K., Wilson Smith, E., Barry, M. and Sharp, L. (2023) Women's and girls' views and experiences of personal safety when using public transport. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

Sharp, L. (2022) Bail and Release from Custody Arrangements in Scotland: Consultation Analysis: Final Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Consultation on Guidance from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland: Definition of Terminal Illness for the Purpose of Disability Assistance. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Adult Disability Payment (ADP) Regulations: Analysis of Consultation Responses. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Future Arrangements for Early Medical Abortion at Home: Consultation Analysis Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2021) Analysis of Responses to the Scottish Government Consultation on Free Bus Travel for People Resident in Scotland aged under 19. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

Sharp, L. (2019) Effectiveness of Current Statutory Guidance Which Supports Part 3 of the Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014: Consultation Analysis. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Skellington-Orr, K., Sharp, L. and Wilson-Smith, E. (2017) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Learning Resources. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

Skellington Orr, K. and Sharp, L. (2016) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Early Years Resource. Documentation. Transport Scotland, Edinburgh.

Sharp, L. (2010) The People Living with HIV Stigma Index Qualitative Data: Findings of the Qualitative Work Undertaken to Complement the People Living with HIV Stigma Index. Project Report. Stigma Survey UK.

Sharp, L. and Taylor, C. (2007) The National Audit of the Detection and Management of Postnatal Depression. Documentation. NHS Scotland.

Conference or Workshop Item

Frew, A., Sharp, L. , Wilson, M., McNaughton, L. and Langan-Martin, J. (2022) Ensuring Diversity in Learning Materials: Whose W.O.R.D.D Counts? 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. and Langan Martin, J. (2022) Harnessing Problem-Based Learning to Foster Student Adaptability and Inter-Cultural Awareness and Exchange. 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , McNaughton, L., Weldon, M. and le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, J. (2021) Ensuring Learner Safety and Wellbeing When Teaching Sensitive Topics. Professionalism in Healthcare 2021: Adapting to the Seasons, 01 Oct 2021.

le Jeune D'Allegeershecque, J. , Langan-Martin, J. , Karadzhov, D. , Sharp, L. , McNaughton, L. and Weldon, M. (2021) Developing and Refining Course Content While Remote Working. 14th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 18 Jun 2021.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , Cleare, S. , Syrett, S., Zortea, T. and O'Connor, R. (2020) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. Findings from the March and Sep 2019 runs. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , McNaughton, L., Karadzhov, D. and Weldon, M. (2020) Delivering Sensitive Course Content by Embedding Self-Care Resources for Students in Learning Materials. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

McClelland, H. , Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Cleare, S. (2019) Mental Health, Suicide and Suicide Prevention in a Global Context. 3rd Annual Student’s One Health Conference, Glasgow, UK, 09-10 Nov 2019.

Langan-Martin, J. , Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. , McClelland, H. , Cleare, S. and O'Connor, R. (2019) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. 30th World Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention: Breaking Down Walls and Building Bridges (IASP 2019), Derry, Ireland, 17-21 Sep 2019.

Sharp, L. , Karadzhov, D. and Langan-Martin, J. (2019) Alternative (Authentic) Assessments: Professional Skill Enhancement and Development of Graduate Attributes. 12th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 2-3 Apr 2019.

Weldon, M., Sharp, L. and Langan-Martin, J. (2018) Using Interactive 3D Visualisations in Postgraduate Education. The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland Autumn Meeting, Edinburgh, UK, 21 Sep 2018.

Sharp, L. , Langan-Martin, J. and Karadzhov, D. (2018) Staged Introduction of Blended Learning – To Blend or Not to Blend? 11th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 28-29 Mar 2018.

Watt, C.M., Jackson, M., Sharp, L. , Marks, L. and Tobias, E.S. (2015) Developing a Master of Science in Genetic and Genomic Counseling in Scotland: a Collaboration Between the West of Scotland Genetic Services and the University of Glasgow. European Society for Human Genetics Conference, Glasgow, UK, 06-09 Jun 2015.

Hudson, A., Sharp, L. and Paterson, H. (2014) Training Teachers in the UK to Use Positive? Attitudes and Awareness of HIV. 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS2014), Melbourne, Australia, 20-25 Jul 2014.

Trenkett, L., Sharp, L. , Paterson, H., Simelane, L. and Alemayehu, D. (2013) Using Data To Show The Barriers To Treatment Literacy And Recommendations For Improving Adherence To HIV Treatment Regimens Examples From Ethiopia And Swaziland. 17th ICASA Conference 2013, Cape Town, South Africa, 07-11 Dec 2013.

Sharp, L. and McGee, A.M. (2005) An Easy to Administer Intervention That Can Support Cognitive Development in Individuals With Special Educational Needs. BPS Scottish Branch Annual Conference, Perth, UK, 25-26 Nov 2005.

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Grants

Grants and Awards listed are those received whilst working with the University of Glasgow.

  • Curriculum Review and Enhancement: Decolonising the curriculum using a question-led approach.
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2023 - 2024
     
  • The EEVE Project (Enhancing Discipline-Specific Employability Skills and Awareness via the Virtual Learning Environment)
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2022 - 2023
     
  • Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) - Online Learning Resource for Staff.
    NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Clinical Training Group
    2022 - 2022
     
  • Good Practice Guideline Development for the Staged Introduction of Blended Learning: Focusing on the Global Mental Health (GMH) Postgraduate Program)
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2017 - 2018
     

Teaching

Laura leads and supports technology enhanced learning on a range of Masters Programmes including Global Mental Health, Genetic Counselling, and Public Health. She provides core support to a range of upskilling postgraduate courses sponsored by the Scottish Funding Council: Impact of Trauma, Substance Use in the Contemporary World, Introduction to Management and Leadership in Healthcare, and Understanding Infant Mental Health and Development. Laura works closely with the Digital Education Unit to optimise the quality of teaching resource and engage innovative approaches to support student learning. Good practice is a core interest with a recent project focusing on the incorporation of employability skills in the core curriculum. In addition, she and her colleague Dr Julie Langan-Martin, launched the first open-access international online course (MOOC), which explores the challenges of suicide prevention in 2020. This has attracted over 10,000 students. Her other MOOCs focus on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mindfulness for Adolescents. 

 

Professional activities & recognition

Prizes, awards & distinctions

  • 2021: Team Award Teaching Excellence (University of Glasgow Teaching Excellence Awards)
  • 2019: Conference Poster Award (International Association of Suicide Prevention)

Grant committees & research advisory boards

  • 2020 - 2021: Scottish Government, Scottish Government’s Suicide Prevention Working Group
  • 2021: University of Stirling, Borderline Personality Disorder Stakeholder Group

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