About
Dr Christine Puckering is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Glasgow's School of Health & Wellbeing, affiliated with the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Her work focuses on child development, parenting interventions, and developmental disorders. Notably, she has contributed to studies on parent-infant interactions, reactive attachment disorder, and the ethical use of administrative data in marginalized populations.
Research Interests:
- Parent-child interaction dynamics and attachment theory
- Prediction of developmental psychopathology through early childhood observations
- Efficacy of parenting programs like Mellow Parenting and Antenatal Support
- Bio-behavioral markers (e.g., cortisol levels) in child psychopathology
Articles Trends: Her recent work (2011–2024) emphasizes longitudinal cohort studies (e.g., ALSPAC), feasibility testing of novel assessment methods (e.g., parent-recorded video analysis), and ethical considerations in data-driven research. Key themes include early predictors of disruptive behavior disorders, ADHD, and the impacts of maltreatment.
Advising & Grants: While specific grants are unlisted, her collaborative projects suggest involvement with NHS Trusts and multidisciplinary teams in child psychiatry. She has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, often with institutions like the University of Glasgow and the University of Bristol.
