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Therese Hennessy is an Associate Professor at the School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Limerick. She has held key roles including Course Director for the BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health) program and Chair of the Addictive Behaviours Sub Group at Healthy UL. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals for inclusive education and healthcare equity.
- Advocacy for people with special needs
- Expertise in mixed-methods research
- Leadership in nursing curriculum development
Research Focus: Dual diagnosis (mental illness and substance misuse), drug and alcohol addiction, therapeutic communication, eating disorders, suicide prevention, and universal design in education. She promotes improved healthcare for individuals with Down Syndrome and specializes in psychosocial interventions.
Collaborations include partnerships with institutions in Ireland and abroad, with a focus on simulation-based nursing education and realist evaluation frameworks for hospital accommodations for people with intellectual disabilities. Her recent publications emphasize inclusive pedagogies and healthcare delivery.
