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Dr. Robert Vaughan is an Associate Professor and Head of Psychological Sciences at the University of West London's School of Human and Social Sciences since 2023. Previously, he served as Senior Lecturer in Psychology at York St John University (2014–2023). His academic journey includes a BSc in Psychology (2008), MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (2014), and a PhD on 'The Role of Intelligence in Sports' (2016) from Ulster University.
Research focuses on executive functions in athletes, emotional intelligence, burnout prevention, and pandemic impacts on mental health. He has published over 35 peer-reviewed works, secured £60k+ external funding, and contributed to outlets like BBC interviews. Collaborations span international researchers and students.
Teaching spans undergraduate/postgraduate courses in Sport Psychology, Personality, Health Psychology, and research methods. Editorial roles include Stress & Health and Perceptual and Motor Skills, plus Research Lead for British Psychological Society's Sport and Exercise Psychology Division.
Recent articles emphasize neurocognitive aspects of athletic performance, smartphone use effects, and pandemic mental health implications. His work bridges clinical psychology with applied sport science, emphasizing practical interventions for athletes' wellbeing.
