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Lauren Shelley is a Researcher at the School of Psychology within the College of Health and Life Sciences at Aston University. Her research focuses on behaviors that challenge in individuals with intellectual disabilities, particularly in genetic syndromes like SATB2-associated syndrome. She employs systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical tool development to address gaps in behavioral assessment and intervention.
Key research interests include anxiety assessment in neurodevelopmental disorders, psychometric validation of clinical tools, and understanding correlates of self-injury in syndromic populations. She collaborates closely with colleagues such as Jonathan Waite and Jo Tarver on interdisciplinary projects.
Her PhD thesis explored behaviors that challenge in SATB2-associated syndrome, published in 2024. While no specific awards are listed, her work has been peer-reviewed and frequently open-access. She actively contributes to international collaborations on neurodevelopmental disability care, emphasizing caregiver-reported outcomes and intervention efficacy.
