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Dr. Carol Pert is an Honorary Senior Lecturer in the School of Health and Wellbeing at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on mental health interventions, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and behavioral activation, tailored for individuals with intellectual disabilities. She has extensively studied aggression, well-being, and obesity management in this population. Pert has collaborated on projects addressing pandemic-related mental health support, weight management programs, and the social dynamics affecting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Her work emphasizes understanding therapeutic interactions, caregiver perceptions, and the design of effective interventions. Key contributions include evaluating self-help booklets during the pandemic, analyzing staff expectations of CBT efficacy, and investigating interpersonal conflict resolution strategies. Pert's research bridges clinical psychology with disability studies, advocating for contextually appropriate care.
Publications span from 2001 to 2022, covering topics like aggression attribution, accelerometer validation for activity measurement, and caregiver knowledge gaps about healthy lifestyles. She has contributed to both qualitative and quantitative studies, often collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
