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Research interests
I have a particular interest in exploring human relationships and their role in shaping our psychological experiences through the lifespan. To this end, attachment theory (as a way of thinking about and understanding relationships) is one of my favoured frameworks. I am equally intrigued by (a) the impacts of our close attachments on our existence and (b) the impacts of broader social and political structures upon our attachment bond formation and psychological experiences.
Research interests
- Human relationships across the lifespan
- Attachment theory
- Human motivation
- Social policy and justice from a psychological perspective
Current projects
- Exploring the role of animals as (a) attachment figures, and (b) facilitators of human-human bonds in the context of foster care (with Ben Rockett)
- Exploring mobile lifestyles in children and adolescents through the lens of human relationships (with Dr Ceri Brown and Georgina Lovett)
- Exploring the provision of sport for underpriveleged children through an attachment theory persepctive (with Ioannis Batlle)
- Understanding personal theories of ability in relation to instructional practices (with Sue Shapcott)
- Exploring the notion of "biographical pain" in elderly people from an attachment theory perpective (with Malcolm Johnson)
- Understanding the impact of educational policy on human motivation (a book "Motivation and Educational policy" us currently under contract with Routledge)
Research membership
Willing to supervise doctoral students
Areas interested in supervising:
- Research projects related to attachment theory
- Research projects related to the development of human motivation
- Research projects exploring human relations in the contexts of sport and/or education
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Understanding Tiredness Of Life in Older People Research Network
Carr, S. (CoI), Fang, C. (CoI), Troyer, J. (CoI) & Rek, J. (CoI)
25/01/22 → 25/01/26
Project: Research-related funding
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Exploring emotional loneliness in older people living in retirement communities: A cross-cultural study
Carr, S. (PI), Fang, C. (CoI), Teggi, D. (CoI) & Cranham, J. (CoI)
1/10/19 → 30/09/20
Project: UK industry
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Collaboration with 16-25 Independent People
Carr, S. (PI) & Costas Batlle, I. (Researcher)
2/05/17 → 14/12/17
Project: UK charity
Research output
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“They’re going to die at some point, but we’re all going to die” – a qualitative exploration of bereavement in later life
Fang, C. & Carr, S., 29 Feb 2024, In: Omega: The Journal of Death and Dying. 88, 3, p. 857-875 19 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A gradual separation from the world: commentary on a qualitative exploration of existential loneliness in old age
Carr, S., 2 Dec 2023, In: British Journal of Community Nursing. 28, 12, p. 586-590 5 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A gradual separation from the world: a qualitative exploration of existential loneliness in old age
Carr, S. & Fang, C., 30 Jun 2023, In: Ageing and Society. 43, 6, p. 1436 - 1456 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Are you a shark or a teddy? How understanding conflict styles can help you overcome fights with friends and family
Carr, S., 6 Mar 2023, The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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Cansancio de vivir: un fenómeno creciente
Carr, S., 15 May 2023, The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article