'An investigation into the therapeutic benefits of reading in relation to depression and well-being'
2-year project funded by MerseyBEAT (Liverpool PCT/University of Liverpool research fund). Commenced March 2009.This project will investigate the therapeutic benefits of shared reading in relation to depression and well-being.
'A practice-informed study of the theoretical bases for bibliotherapy in the English literary tradition (Elizabethan and Victorian periods)'
3-year full-time AHRC (Arts and Humanities Research Council) Collaborative Doctoral Award, partnering University of Liverpool and Mersey Care NHS Trust. Commencing October 2009. This project builds on the groundbreaking MA in Reading in Practice, University of Liverpool.
'Transferring literature/shared reading to secure settings for potential therapeutic and psychosocial benefit to female prisoners with Personality Disorder who self-harm'
3-year project funded (£90,000) by Department of Health/Ministry of Justice, in partnership with National Personality Disorder (PD) Team, a collaborative initiative between the Department of Health and Home Office which covers the development of policy, services and treatment in relation to PD in England.
'Reading in Practice project'
A collaboration between the School of English at the University of Liverpool and The Reader Organisation, which helps undergraduate students get more involved in reading by encouraging them to take their skills and enthusiasm out to the wider community.