Paul Watson

Dr Paul Watson is an Assistant Professor at Northumbria University, specializing in Nursing (Children and Young People) through his work with the Nursing Midwifery and Health Department. As Assistant Director of the Northern Hub for Veterans and Military Families Research, he focuses on military-connected children and families, with particular expertise in narrative methodologies and PTSD-related research.

• Biography: Former military nurse, transitioned to academia after clinical practice
• Education: PhD in Nursing (2022), BSc in Mental Health Nursing (2013), PGDip in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (2014)

Research Interests cover:
- Emotional wellbeing of military-connected children
- Veteran PTSD and family impact
- Military-linked suicide prevention
- Strengths-based community engagement models

His scientific awards include the NHS Leadership Award (2014). Current research projects include: 'Military Children: Promote, Protect, Prevent', 'Adverse Childhood Experiences in Military Families', and 'Substance Misuse Support for Veterans'.