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Thomas Wells serves as a Research Fellow within the School of Health Sciences at the University of York, contributing to the AMICABLE (Addressing Mental Health In Custody A Brief Learning Environment) project focused on improving prisoner mental health through peer support mentoring systems in correctional facilities.
His academic background includes:
- PhD in Social Policy and Social Work, University of York (2024)
- MA in Criminology and Social Research, University of York
- BA in Criminology, University of York
Wells' research centers on the interplay between prison structural strains, mental health, and violent behavior, utilizing qualitative methodologies including in-depth interviews with recently released prisoners. His work examines coping mechanisms, environmental stressors, and systemic factors contributing to violence and self-harm in English and Welsh prisons, aiming to develop evidence-based policy interventions for the ongoing prison crisis.
His 2024 doctoral research established foundational insights into prisoner experiences through General Strain Theory, revealing critical links between institutional conditions and behavioral outcomes. Current work through the AMICABLE project translates these findings into practical peer support frameworks designed to reduce self-harm incidents and enhance mental well-being among incarcerated populations.
As an active member of the AMICABLE research team, Wells collaborates with interdisciplinary specialists to implement and evaluate problem-solving mentoring schemes within prison environments, generating actionable data for systemic reform and mental health service improvement in correctional settings.
