Alena Haines

Alena Haines is an Associate Lecturer in the Discipline of Occupational Therapy at the University of Sydney’s Sydney School of Health Sciences. Her professional background spans Occupational Therapy home modifications and paediatrics.

Her research focuses on parenting and motherhood roles, chronic illness, and occupational justice. Specifically, she examines the experiences of women with cystic fibrosis during the transition to motherhood (matrescence). Her work also addresses occupational balance during this transition and the impact of chronic illnesses like asthma and Type-1 diabetes.

Recent publications highlight maternal health and chronic illness intersections, including a 2023 scoping review and a 2022 analysis of pulmonary disorders in pregnancy. Teaching areas include Qualitative research, Occupational Therapy foundational theory, and occupational science.

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