Adam O'Neill

Adam O'Neill is a Doctor of Philosophy candidate and researcher at the University of Manchester's Division of Psychology & Mental Health. His research focuses on mental health interventions, sleep disturbances, and their implications in severe mental illnesses like non-affective psychosis. He has conducted extensive work in criminal justice settings, including studies on dementia and cognitive impairment among prisoners. O'Neill is actively involved in projects addressing social care system reforms and older adult healthcare within prisons. He has received multiple awards for his research contributions, including the NIHR Manchester BRC Studentship and Best Presentation accolades from the University of Manchester.

His academic contributions span 18 peer-reviewed publications and 7 active or completed research projects, such as the 'Social Care and Society' initiative and the 'Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment in prison (DeCIsion)' care pathway development. O'Neill also supports undergraduate teaching in psychology modules, bridging research and education.