About

We apply behavioural science to primary care research to support and improve health and well-being. Our research encompasses a wide range of approaches, including:

  • randomised controlled trials
  • qualitative methods
  • cross-sectional studies
  • systematic reviews
  • citizen science
  • public engagement

We have developed and evaluated complex behavioural interventions for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • emotional distress
  • deprescribing
  • back pain
  • chronic dizziness
  • eczema
  • acne
  • respiratory infections
  • sleep problems/ ADHD
  • diabetes
  • asthma

Our group is based in the Primary Care Research Centre. We aim to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for the development of world-leading behavioural science research, applied in a primary health care context.  We also aim to provide a collaborative and supportive environment for early and mid-career researchers to build skills and develop research ideas.  

People, projects and publications

People

Dr Sian Holt

Research Fellow
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Dr Stephanie Easton PhD

Research Fellow
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Dr Xiao-Yang (Mio) Hu

Research Fellow

Research interests

  • Evidence-based Medicine
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship
  • Mixed Methods Research

Accepting applications from PhD students

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Ingrid Muller
Professor
I am a Health Psychologist with an interest in finding better ways to empower people to take control of their health and medical treatment.
Adam Geraghty
Professor
I am a Psychologist with a core interest in understanding how we can best support people to behaviourally manage complex health conditions.

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