About
My research interests are in social and developmental psychology, with a focus on connectedness, participation, and the development of gender and social cognition. I examine how children and adolescents understand themselves and others, and how everyday interactions and environments shape their experiences of belonging, identity, and wellbeing. I completed my Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and PhD at the University of Queensland, where I developed a strong foundation in child-centred, socially engaged developmental research. My research is primarily conducted within the Social Identity and Groups Network and The Early Cognitive Development Centre.
Education
2021 - 2025
Doctor of Philosophy
The Early Cognitive Development Centre, School of Psychology. The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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Thesis Topic
Talk, Toys, and Gender: Investigating the influence of child gender in developmentally relevant contexts
Supervisors
Professor Virginia Slaughter
Dr Aisling Mulvihill
Dr Michael Thai
2017 – 2020
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours Class 1A)
The Early Cognitive Development Centre, School of Psychology. The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Thesis Topic
Organised Extracurricular Social Activity Participation for School-aged Children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder
Supervisors
Professor Virginia Slaughter
Dr Aisling Mulvihill
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