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Lauren Walker is a Lecturer at the School of Health and Life Sciences, focusing on neurodiversity, mental health, and inclusive education. She holds a PhD in technology-based emotion regulation support for Autistic individuals, alongside an MSc in Research Methods in Psychology and a BA in Psychology. Her career bridges academia and healthcare, with experience in further education, NHS crisis response, and research.
Education:
- BA (Hons) Psychology, University of The West of Scotland
- MSc Research Methods in Psychology, University of Strathclyde
- PhD, University of The West of Scotland
Research Interests: Dr. Walker specializes in neuro-inclusive environments, reducing inequalities for neurodivergent populations, and applying psychological frameworks in health/social care. Her work emphasizes affective technologies, disability advocacy, and fostering inclusion in higher education through innovative teaching practices.
Teaching & Collaboration: She leads programs like the MSc Neurodiversity and MSc Mental Health Nursing. Collaborates with NHS and third-sector organizations to integrate neurodiversity principles into practice. Guest lectures on disability, ethics, and neurodiversity in healthcare.
Prior Experience: Crisis response training in healthcare, NHS drug/alcohol relapse prevention, and research roles on dementia care in prisons and care worker valorization during COVID-19.
