Research suggests that autistic people are at a higher risk of suicide than non-autistic people. Figures show that up to 66% of autistic adults had thought about suicide during their lifetime (compared to 20% of non-autistic adults), and up to 35% had planned or attempted suicide.
Within the subject of forensic psychology, our areas of expertise include criminal behaviour, suicide risk, child abuse and harassment. Take a look at our current projects, people working in the group, and publications.
The Cognition, Education and Language Research Theme looks into the factors, processes and mechanisms involved in language and education. Find out more about our areas of expertise, our partnerships and collaborations, and browse through our publications.
The Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Research Group is concerned with the mechanisms underlying cognitive and emotional behaviour and the disruption of these processes by drugs, ageing, atypical development or disease. Find out about our expertise, collaborations, facilities, publications and learning opportunities within the group.
Find out more about possible PhD projects for 2024 in the Astrophysics Research Institute. If your favourite topic is not in the list, we highly encourage you to contact staff in your fields of interest to discuss PhD projects.
Voluntary action/third sector responses research within the Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion.
International collaborations
The aim of this study is to examine how effective the James’ Place therapeutic model is helping men overcome their suicidal crisis in both the short- and long-term.
This study aims to interview people supported by these services, the employees delivering this support, commissioners and key wider services who may have links to the services, including coroners, police, GPs and public health officials.
We are looking for people aged 55 or over to take part in a study that aims to engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and priorities for improving stair safety in the homes of older people.