Erin Simister

Erin completed her PhD in clinical psychology in 2024. Erin’s PhD thesis investigated whether sensitive-content screens are helpful or harmful when used for potentially distressing content online, and whether introducing interventions on sensitive screens (such as telling people to distract themselves or try and reappraise the meaning of the image) can reduce negative reactions. Her work is part of a larger research program which has implications for mental health strategies and policies used by a wide range of social media platforms. Outside of teaching and research, Erin currently works as a Clinical Psychologist at Adelaide Psychology & Co.

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