Why Health Psycholgy

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What is Health Psychology

Health psychologists design strategies to improve health outcomes, promote healthy behaviours, and support individuals in coping with health challenges.

Health psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on how psychological, behavioural, and social factors influence physical health and well-being.

Optimising Outcomes

Health Psychologists can utilise their skills to optimise outcomes via the development and delivery of interventions designed to change health behaviours

1-Behaviour change and healthy choices

2-Adherence to treatment

3-Mental health management

4- Psychosocial support for those with chronic illness

5- Supporting public health interventions

Our Lab

Our lab mainly focuses on chronic illnesses and the impact they have on daily life.

Chronic illnesses can have a profound impact on emotions and lifestyle for those living with them and their families

Health psychologists can improve the lives of those with chronic illnesses through interventions such as lifestyle changes and pain management.