Lucy Betts

Lucy Betts is a Professor in Social Developmental Psychology at the School of Social Sciences, Nottingham Trent University. She contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate psychology education, focusing on social development and social psychology modules. Lucy leads the bullying and aggressive behaviour research group and supervises numerous PhD candidates. Her research emphasizes cyberbullying, face-to-face bullying, and street harassment, alongside exploring peer relationships and school adjustment. Lucy is a Chartered Psychologist, Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, and editorial board member for Small Group Research and British Journal of Education Technology. She actively collaborates internationally on projects like Prochild (2019-2021) and TKCOM (2017-2020), aimed at enhancing teacher competencies in child welfare and educational technology.

Her research spans cyberbullying dynamics, bystander intervention, and the psychological impacts of online risks. She has engaged with organizations such as the Anti-Bullying Alliance, Digital Poverty Alliance, and Nottingham City Council to address bullying and digital inclusion. Lucy’s work bridges academia and practice, influencing policy and educational strategies globally.

Key collaborations include partnerships with universities in Turkey, Spain, Portugal, China, and the UK, emphasizing cross-cultural studies and teacher training. Her external roles include external examining for PhDs and postgraduate courses, peer reviewing for major journals, and advisory roles in anti-bullying initiatives.