Sandra Flynn

Dr Sandra Flynn is a Lecturer in Psychology and Mental Health at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Division of Psychology & Mental Health and the Centre for Mental Health and Safety. With over 20 years of experience, her research focuses on forensic mental health, particularly suicide prevention, familial homicide, and violence within mental health systems. She holds a PhD and MA from the University of Manchester and an MSc in Investigative Psychology from the University of Huddersfield.

Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through improving safety in mental health and criminal justice settings. Notable research includes studies on homicide-suicide dynamics, suicide-related internet use among mental health patients, and LGBTQ+ psychological safety in elderly housing.

• Education:
  • PhD, University of Manchester
  • MA, University of Manchester
  • MSc Investigative Psychology, University of Huddersfield

Dr Flynn has led or contributed to projects like the Secondary Mental Health Treatment Requirements evaluation and the Centre for Digital Trust and Society. She has also received awards including the 2021 'Making a Difference - Social Responsibility' prize and the 2014 Women in STEM award.

Her recent publications analyze homicide patterns, suicide-related internet use, and clinical interventions. She supervises MSc Forensic Psychology students and maintains editorial roles in forensic journals.