About
Dr. Alison Mackiewicz is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Aberystwyth University, specializing in postfeminist theory, alcohol consumption, gender studies, and mental health. She holds a PhD from the University of Bath and has contributed extensively to qualitative research methods, particularly discourse and visual analysis.
- Education: PhD (Bath), BSc in Research Methods in Psychology (Southampton), BA (Hons) (Winchester), Dip.TA Practice
- Teaching: Qualitative research methods, psychology in practice, counseling, and psychotherapy
Her research explores intersections of gender, embodiment, and alcohol use, including funded projects on:
- older women's sexual health in rural Wales
- male uro-genital cancer's impact on relationships
- Ceredigion community wellbeing
- sustainable upland management
Recent publications (2010-2023) span postfeminist friendships, Indian drinking culture, digital bibliotherapy, and body image. Awards include:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FEA)
- BPS Chartered Psychologist & Associate Fellow
- Post-Graduate Teaching qualification (PGCTHE)
- Registered BACP member and UKATA transactional analysis expert
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