Speaker | Researcher | Lecturer
I am an internationally recognised TEDx speaker, an emerging researcher, and a passionate lecturer.
I work as a Psychology and Counselling Lecturer at the University of Southern Queensland.
I am interested in research on relationships, suicide, bullying, stigma, medical education and research methodology.
When I think about my life, I realise how rocky it all started...
Is there anything more important than love and relationships?
For many, love is failing as a lot of us are guilty of self-sabotage!
Is this you or someone you know?
Watch my TEDx Talk to find out!
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It is important to feel safe in relationships. Be up front and have a conversation about what it means to feel safe for you.
"With the first COVID-19 vaccinations rolling out in the last month or so, people on dating apps are marketing themselves as vaccinated, in hopes of persuading someone to go Mask Off with them." http://ow.ly/ceRG50D98Mx
My latest @ConversationEDU article discusses why friendship is the foundation of happy romantic relationships. As Duke of Hastings @bridgerton said “to meet a beautiful woman is one thing, but to meet your best friend in the most beautiful of women is something entirely apart...”
Bridgerton offers clever relationship advice, writes
@RaquelPeel
Here's why friendship is the foundation of happy romantic partnerships:
https://theconversation.com/bridgerton-offers-clever-relationship-advice-why-friendship-is-the-foundation-of-happy-romantic-partnerships-152953 @usqedu
"There is nothing more truly artistic than to love people."
~Vincent van Gogh~
Research
Relationship Research
This current research project aims to assess how individuals’ differences contribute to self-sabotage in intimate relationships. Several studies are being conducted to investigate how characteristics such as demographics (i.e., age, gender and sexual orientation), relationship factors (i.e., status, duration, quality and stress), adult attachment styles, flirting styles, traumatic experiences and capability to cope with traumatic events can influence self-defeating behaviours. Additionally, studies are being conducted to develop a typology to describe romantic self-sabotours.
Suicide Research
Research conducted investigated cross-cultural perceptions of suicide and the impact of suicide stigma and religiosity on the recognition of suicide risk in others.
Bullying Research
Research conducted investigated the individual characteristics of adults who are bullied in the workplace. The cost to individuals and organisations was considered within the increase trend of work presenteeism.
Medical Education Research
This current research project aims to identify the challenges and opportunities associated with provision of high quality training for general practitioners working in rural and remote areas and increase the potential for workforce recruitment. Recommendations towards strengthening health care in underserved communities are considered.
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