معرفی
Dr. Oliver Mason is a Reader in Clinical Psychology at the University of Surrey's School of Psychology. He holds a D.Clin.Psy. and D.Phil (Oxon) from the University of Oxford. Prior to his current role, he trained clinically at the University of Wales, Bangor and taught at the University of Birmingham and University College London. He also maintains part-time NHS roles as a clinical psychologist. His research focuses on psychopathology risk factors, psychosis, hallucinations, mental health stigma, and psychosocial interventions. Collaborations include work with University College London, King's College London, and international institutions.
Education: PhD in experimental psychopathology (University of Oxford), clinical training (University of Wales, Bangor).
Research Interests:
- Risk factors for psychopathology and psychosis
- Unusual experiences (e.g., hallucinations, voice hearing)
- Mental health stigma and media representation
- Psychosocial interventions for severe mental illness
- Football-based mental health interventions
- Crisis resolution team effectiveness
Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes mental health stigma reduction, pandemic-related psychological distress, and crisis intervention strategies. Key themes include public perception of mental health labels, trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, and peer-supported self-management programs.
Scientific Awards: None explicitly listed.
Advising/Grants: Supervises students in clinical psychology and psychopathology. Leads research programs like the CORE trial evaluating crisis resolution teams. Collaborates on projects such as the Coping Through Football initiative.
Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams addressing mental health crises, refugee mental health, and stigma reduction through virtual reality interventions.
