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Dr. Andrew McGrath is an Associate Professor in Psychology at Charles Sturt University, specializing in juvenile justice, criminology, and forensic psychology. He holds a PhD and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours 1). His research focuses on the intersection of criminal justice systems, juvenile delinquency, and mental health, with a particular emphasis on sentencing practices, risk assessment, and trauma-informed care. He collaborates with legal, clinical, and criminological experts on projects addressing youth in out-of-home care and the impact of environmental disasters on marginalized communities.
- Education: PhD and BA (Hons 1)
- Key Research Areas: Juvenile justice policy, criminal decision-making, Indigenous justice, and trauma-informed interventions.
His recent work includes studies on incarcerated populations, First Nations correctional programs, and the mental health implications of climate-related crises for youth. McGrath has published extensively, including a notable book on children in care and crime. He received the Allen Austin Bartholomew Award for his 2009 article on sentencing effects.
He currently supervises multiple PhD and Master’s students researching topics like trauma-informed care in child welfare and youth perceptions of mental illness. McGrath also teaches developmental and forensic psychology at the undergraduate level.
