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Dr. Brooke Van Zanden is an Adjunct Fellow at the Graduate School of Health at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where she conducts research focused on the psychological impacts of Multiple Sclerosis, gender disparities in STEM education, and women's reproductive health and wellbeing. With a strong academic background in psychology, she brings expertise in clinical and health psychology to her research.
Her educational journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) from the Institute for Positive Psychology and Education at ACU (2014-2018), a Masters of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Wollongong (2018-2019), and a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Honours Class I from the University of Western Sydney (2009-2013).
Dr. Van Zanden's research interests span multiple interconnected domains. She investigates the psychological aspects of chronic conditions like Multiple Sclerosis, examining how relaxation therapies can improve outcomes for persons with MS. Her work on gender disparities focuses on understanding the psychosocial factors that influence young people's attitudes and enrollments in STEM fields, with particular attention to how self-concept, social class, and cultural context intersect. She also explores mental health issues across diverse populations, including maternal mental health during pregnancy, suicide prevention, and police wellbeing.
Her publication record demonstrates a strong methodological approach, with numerous systematic reviews and meta-analyses that have made significant contributions to educational psychology, clinical psychology, and health psychology. Her work often addresses complex questions about gender differences, academic self-concept, and the effectiveness of psychological interventions across various contexts.
Dr. Van Zanden collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, as evidenced by her co-authorship on numerous publications covering diverse topics from mindfulness and prosocial behavior to physical activity and school engagement. Her research has been widely cited and has influenced both academic discourse and practical applications in mental health and education.
