My research interests lie within social and environmental psychology focusing primarily on perceptions, social interactions, and behaviour. I'm often very applied in my research, using this to explore current perceptions of topical risk issues. In particular, I am involved in research on climate change and energy issues, examining related public perceptions, issues of acceptance, and behaviour.
I completed my undergraduate degree at Strathclyde University and my PhD at the University of Nottingham. Subsequently, I held postdoctoral positions at the University of Nottingham and Cardiff University before returning to Nottingham as a permanent member of staff in 2010. I retain strong links with the Understanding Risk Research group at Cardiff University.
I am a current co-investigator in the Horizon Digital Economy Research Institute and in the Trust in Autonomous Systems Hub.
I completed my undergraduate degree at Strathclyde University and my PhD at the University of Nottingham. Subsequently, I held postdoctoral positions at the University of Nottingham and Cardiff University before returning to Nottingham as a permanent member of staff in 2010. I retain strong links with the Understanding Risk Research group at Cardiff University.
I am a current co-investigator in the Horizon Digital Economy Research Institute and in the Trust in Autonomous Systems Hub.
Mindfulness at work protects against stress and burnout
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Recent research conducted by one of my PhD students, Elizabeth Marsh, reveals that employees who are more mindful in the digital workplace are better protected against stress, anxiety and overload.
Our research suggests that mindfulness has a really positive impact in protecting people from digital workplace stressors, and not just a small impact either, mindfulness was found to be even more important than digital workplace confidence in protecting wellbeing in this context. Our participants highlighted being mindful whilst working in aspects such as stepping away to talk to someone or simply pausing to take a few breaths. Checking in with how they themselves were feeling, mentally emotionally and physically was also noted as able to help. Organisations should consider how to support staff with digital skills and mindfulness so to help people work positively with digital technologies and avoid negative outcomes. Some associated press coverage here, and here on Nottingham Today TV. |
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