معرفی
Tian Po Sumantri Oei is a Professor at James Cook University, specializing in clinical psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). His research focuses on mental health interventions, cultural influences on psychological disorders, and mindfulness-based interventions. He has contributed extensively to understanding anxiety disorders, gambling behaviors, and family dynamics across diverse populations, particularly in Asia.
Research Interests:
- Clinical Psychology: CBT for anxiety/depression, gambling disorders, and dementia care.
- Cross-Cultural Psychology: Cultural variations in mental health, parenting styles, and meditation practices.
- Positive Psychology: Appreciative joy, mindfulness interventions, and well-being enhancement.
- Technology Addiction: Mobile phone use patterns and their psychological impacts on adolescents.
Key Contributions:
Professor Oei’s work includes validating psychometric tools (e.g., Gambling Urge Scale, Problem Solving Inventory) and conducting randomized controlled trials (e.g., appreciative joy meditation’s impact on social behavior). He has authored over 59 publications and collaborated internationally on projects addressing mental health disparities in Malaysia and China.
Labs/Teams:
While specific lab affiliations are not explicitly stated, his research frequently involves collaborations with institutions in Singapore, Malaysia, and China, focusing on culturally adapted mental health interventions.
