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Emma Palmer-Cooper

Emma Palmer-Cooper

Lecturer in Psychology, Centre for Innovation in Mental Health, University of Southampton
Dr Emma Palmer-Cooper is a Lecturer in Psychology within the Centre for Innovation in Mental Health. My research primarily focuses on self-awareness in relation to mental health and related thought processes, psychological wellbeing, and creativity. I have a focus on developing digital interventions (eHealth) for mental health support, and understanding user attitudes towards AI.

I am also interested in Public Engagement, involving patients and the public in the design and communication of psychological and healthcare research.

Why AI eyes-open meditation apps could do more harm than good for your mental health

Dec 16, 2024 05:03 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

Easy, portable and convenient. The latest AI-powered wellbeing and meditation apps may sound like the ideal solution for those looking for peace in a chaotic world, but can an AI app really replace the expertise of a human...

Exams: seven tips for coping with revision stress

May 15, 2024 07:55 am UTC| Insights & Views

Exam season is underway across the UK. If youre sitting exams this summer, you might be feeling stressed and a bit overwhelmed as you try to prepare. Youre not alone: stress is a normal part of the human experience, and...

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