معرفی
Joanne Hurst is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health with an MSc in Occupational Therapy from Coventry University (2011). She serves as a Trustee for TastelifeUK since June 2017, aligning with her research in eating disorder recovery. Her academic profile centers on patient-centered health psychology and therapeutic interventions.
Education
- MSc in Occupational Therapy, Coventry University (2011)
Research Focus
Dr. Hurst investigates the intersection of religion, spirituality, and social media in eating disorder recovery journeys, particularly through the TastelifeUK programme. Concurrently, she examines social-emotional challenges in children with developmental coordination disorder, analyzing occupational therapy practices across England to develop evidence-based support frameworks for vulnerable youth.
Publication Trends
Her 2022-2023 publications reveal dual research streams: qualitative exploration of spiritual/digital dimensions in eating disorder recovery (2023) and assessment of pediatric occupational therapy for developmental coordination disorder (2022). Both employ rigorous qualitative methodologies to capture nuanced patient and practitioner perspectives, driving clinical innovation in mental and developmental health.
Professional Activities
- Trustee, TastelifeUK (June 2017–present)
No scientific awards, student supervision records, or grant details are documented in available materials.
