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Dr. Sarah Dean is a Senior Lecturer in Health, Education, Policing and Sciences at Staffordshire University, where she has been since 2011. She holds a Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology (2018) and a PhD in Psychology from Keele University (2010), focusing on the effects of written emotional disclosure on adolescents' health. Her research emphasizes participatory action research (PAR) and creative methodologies, particularly in exploring cancer support groups and breastfeeding experiences. She is a Chartered Psychologist, Associate Fellow of the BPS, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Her academic qualifications include a BSc in Psychology and Criminology (Keele University, 2004), MSc Health Psychology (Staffordshire, 2005), and a PhD investigating adolescent health through written disclosure. She teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including the MSc Health Psychology and Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology.
Research focuses on:
- Participatory action research with OutSwimming cancer support groups
- Creative methods in studying breastfeeding and diabetes stigma (e.g., photovoice, World Café approaches)
- Systematic reviews on topics like breastfeeding psychosocial factors and mindfulness interventions for healthcare workers
Her publications span maternal health, aging stereotypes, and pediatric compliance interventions. She actively supervises students using PAR approaches and collaborates with community researchers to enhance support group efficacy. Recent work highlights diabetes stigma reduction strategies and environmental features supporting breastfeeding.
- Received Whatuni Student Choice Awards (2023) for Facilities and Social Inclusion
- Contributed to Staffordshire University's 'Outstanding' Research Impact rating (2023)
Her teaching and supervision prioritize student placement opportunities in health psychology contexts. Ongoing projects include extending research on cancer support groups and developing creative methodologies for health-related studies.
