Jeryl Shawn Tan

Jeryl Shawn Tan is a licensed psychologist and Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines Diliman, while concurrently pursuing a PhD at York St John University. Their research explores the interplay between perfectionism and well-being among Filipino students.

• Education: BS and MA in Psychology from University of the Philippines Diliman
• Current Roles: Psychosocial Support Specialist at UP Diliman; Postgraduate Researcher at York St John University

Research Focus: Tan investigates how trait perfectionism influences psychological resilience and coping strategies, often mediated by self-compassion. Their work bridges clinical psychology with educational sociology, emphasizing Filipino cultural contexts.

Publication Trends: Recent articles span longitudinal studies on perfectionism models, phenomenological analyses of student experiences, and cross-cultural stress assessments. Key subfields include self-compassion, mental health interventions, and cultural psychology.

Professional Engagement: Tan actively presents at conferences like the Psychological Association of the Philippines Annual Convention and Perfectionism Network Meeting, integrating research-informed practice into university mental health policies.