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Dr. Ava Green is a Lecturer in Forensic Psychology at City, University of London, within the School of Health and Psychological Sciences, Department of Psychology. She completed her PhD in Forensic Psychology at Edinburgh Napier University in 2020 and has held academic positions at Queen Margaret University and Edinburgh Napier University. She is a Chartered Psychologist and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Her educational background includes:
- PhD in Forensic Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2017–2020)
- MSc in Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2015–2016)
- BSc (Hons) in Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2011–2015)
Dr. Green’s research focuses on gender differences in personality disorders, particularly narcissism in women, its aetiology, diagnostic assessment, and links to intimate partner violence. She explores how narcissism manifests differently across genders and challenges diagnostic biases in clinical settings. Her work also extends to criminal false confessions and the behavioural manifestations of narcissism in forensic contexts.
Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on narcissism through both empirical research and public engagement. Articles span clinical studies using ICD-11 frameworks, gendered analysis of personality disorders, and accessible commentary in outlets like The Conversation. Her work integrates clinical, forensic, and social psychological perspectives, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and gender-informed assessment.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Chartered Psychologist, The British Psychological Society
Dr. Green is actively involved in teaching and academic leadership, serving as Programme Lead for the BSc Psychology with Criminology and Module Leader for Forensic Psychology. She supervises PhD students and welcomes research collaborations. Her professional experience includes grant acquisition and interdisciplinary research, often in collaboration with international scholars in psychology and psychiatry.
She is affiliated with research teams focusing on personality disorders and contributes to academic discourse through book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles. Her work is supported by a strong foundation in both clinical theory and empirical methodology.
