Eileen Harkess-Murphy

Eileen Harkess-Murphy is a psychology lecturer at University of the West of Scotland with expertise in trauma-informed approaches and dementia care.

She contributes to the Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice, researching trauma-informed dementia interventions and mental health promotion across the lifespan. Her work has received recognition through Mental Health Forum Awards.

Harkess-Murphy investigates palliative approaches for advanced COPD, caregiver support models, and health system reforms for menstrual health disorders. Her mixed-methods research emphasizes psychological mechanisms influencing health outcomes.

Current projects include developing education programs for dementia care in secure settings and examining welfare policy impacts on people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder.