Diarmuid Verrier

Dr. Diarmuid Verrier is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the Sheffield Hallam University, affiliated with the College of Social Sciences and Arts and the Department of Psychology, Sociology, and Politics. He serves as Course Leader for the MSc in Developmental Psychology and has held academic roles since 2010. With a PhD from the National University of Ireland, Galway (2009), his research focuses on individual differences, autism studies, and the intersection of normal and clinical behaviors. He has contributed to teaching modules on statistics, research methods, and health psychobiology, including co-leadership of the Psychology Practicals and Statistics module.

• Education: BA in Psychology (National University of Ireland, Galway, 2002), PhD (2009)
• Teaching Specializations: Advanced statistics, personality psychology, health-related psychobiology

His research spans autism empathy studies, social media’s impact on mental health, and mindfulness interventions. He has published widely in journals like Autism in Adulthood and Health Psychology Report, with over 15 articles since 2009. Recognitions include Chartered Psychologist status (BPS) and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). His work emphasizes practical pedagogy, such as improving final-year dissertations and evaluating educational interventions like visual literacy programs.

Key themes in his publications include autism spectrum disorders, academic resilience, and the effects of remote teaching on statistics learning. He has collaborated on policy evaluations, such as the Multiplicative Reasoning Professional Development Programme. While no lab or team affiliations are explicitly stated, his interdisciplinary approach bridges psychology with education and sociology.