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I joined ***deandco last month as Su***de Bereavement Advisor, and today feels especially meaningful. It’s World Su***de Prevention Day, a moment to raise awareness, support each other, and remind ourselves that no one has to walk this journey alone.

Today Su***de&Co launch their free app across all devices! The Su***de&Co app is here to support you, day and night, a companion in your pocket for every step of your grief journey. Whenever you open the app, it’s ready: with tools, guidance, and gentle company. Even in the hours when our other services can’t be.

📲 Download the app today on the App Store or Google Play Store.

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Thrilled to share that I’ve been awarded Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA). Over the last couple of years, I’ve had the privilege of delivering learning experiences that support the academic development of postgraduate students.

This recognition is especially meaningful as I near the completion of my PhD in su***de bereavement and posttraumatic growth, within the field of Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology.

Heartfelt thanks to Dr Hanna Kampman and Dr Rita Lopes for the generous references, and to the CELT team at UEL for their support and guidance throughout the application process.

Onwards, with gratitude.

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Over the past three months, I’ve had the privilege of being part of the Neer Peers programme at through the Social Transformation and Advocacy Through Research (STaR) project. This initiative, funded by Research England, aims to improve access and participation for global majority communities in postgraduate research.

As part of the programme, I joined a brilliant group of fellow PGRs to deliver training for undergraduate students from global majority backgrounds. Together, we created space to share resources, our journeys, and honest conversations, helping demystify postgraduate study and build confidence in their research potential.

This was especially meaningful to me, not just as a global majority researcher but as someone finalising a PhD that explores how adults bereaved by su***de can experience posttraumatic growth. My research focused on designing and evaluating a holistic, growth-orientated programme that centred on wellbeing, embodiment and meaning-making after traumatic loss. Despite growing awareness, su***de bereavement continues to receive limited attention in both academic discourse and mental health policy, particularly when it comes to perspectives from the global majority. My own identity as a global majority researcher adds an important layer to the urgency and relevance of this work.

Representation in academia isn’t just about who gets to study. It’s about whose stories, questions and communities shape the knowledge we produce. This experience reminded me why that matters so deeply.

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On this International Women’s Day, I want to start by expressing my deepest gratitude to my incredible all-women PhD supervision team, who have been instrumental in guiding me through this journey. Their unwavering support, wisdom, and encouragement have helped me navigate the complexities of my PhD and beyond.

As someone bereaved by su***de, I never imagined I would have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to this space—one that remains deeply under-researched and burdened by stigma. Yet today, I am in the final stages of my PhD, dedicated to understanding posttraumatic growth following su***de bereavement. I look forward to sharing my research findings soon, with the hope that they will pave the way for better support systems.

Beyond academia, I am immensely grateful to be developing and delivering my postvention programme—designed to facilitate wellbeing and growth for those who have lost a loved one to su***de (link in bio).

There is still so much work to be done. Su***de loss survivors deserve more research, resources, and practical interventions. But today, I pause to acknowledge how far we have come—and to express my gratitude for being part of this change.

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The finish line is finally in sight! 📝✨ Later this year, I’ll be submitting my thesis—a milestone that once felt like a distant dream. This journey has been anything but easy. There were so many moments of doubt, exhaustion, and overwhelm, but through it all, I kept showing up. Every step forward, no matter how small, has been worth it.

Here’s to a Happy New Year and sending extra love to everyone on their academic journeys. I see you, I feel you, and I know you’ve got this! 🎓💖

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This weekend, I had the privilege of presenting my PhD research at an academic conference for PGRs hosted by . My study focuses on the creation and testing of embodied and cognitive positive postventions and their role in fostering posttraumatic growth experiences among su***de loss survivors. Sharing my work (in progress) in an academic setting was an incredibly rewarding experience. It provided a unique opportunity to connect with fellow scholars, exchange ideas, and receive valuable feedback that will help refine and strengthen my work. Engaging with a community of researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge reinforced the importance of my research and its relevance in shaping better support systems for those affected by su***de loss. 🌟

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Recently, my research paper on positive nutrition, wellbeing, and posttraumatic growth, co-authored with the inspiring Dr. Kampman, has been cited in the latest edition of Applied Positive Psychology - Integrated Positive Practice textbook (2nd edition). It is an absolute privilege and an honour to be cited in a book written by leading researchers and authors in the field of Positive Psychology.

Dr. Kate Hefferon, whose pioneering work on posttraumatic growth and the body-mind connection initially inspired me to join the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) programme, remains a guiding influence in my doctoral research. Being recognised at this stage in my early research career is a meaningful milestone and a rewarding full-circle moment.

📚 Just entered the final stretch of my PhD journey! With 9 months to go, I’m diving into the task of writing up and reviewing my 80k-word thesis. The research phase is done – recruitment, data collection, and analysis are behind me, and now it’s all about laying low and putting pen to paper, reviewing and getting it done. 🖊️💻 It’s a monumental task, with its share of highs and lows, but daily runs are keeping me grounded and focused! 🏃‍♀️ Here’s to pacing myself through to submission day! 🎓💪 ***deBereavement

PhD Milestone Update: I successfully passed my Second Annual Monitoring Review and Transfer Review (transitioning from MPhil to PhD) this week with the review panel. I have officially entered my Third Year and can now see the finish line! It’s been a long time since my last post, so I wanted to come by and share a quick reflection on my doctoral journey. The second year presented multiple challenges with a demanding academic workload. Despite this, I achieved a great deal and I am particularly thankful to all the participants who contributed to my studies. As I embark on my third year and delve deep into data analysis and write-up I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and determination to continue pushing forward in my academic journey. It has been an incredible privilege and honour to conduct research on su***de bereavement and posttraumatic growth. I am eagerly looking forward to sharing the research findings next year with the academic and su***de bereavement community. A massive thank you to my incredible director of studies; her unwavering support has been priceless. I am truly grateful. P.S. Celebrated my victory with a run today 🏃‍♀️

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RECRUITING FINAL 5 UK BASED PARTICIPANTS FOR PHD STUDY 1 ON SU***DE BEREAVEMENT AND POSTTRAUMATIC GROWTH. PLEASE READ MORE INFORMATION BELOW. LINK TO PARTICIPATE - 2nd LINK IN BIO 🙏🏻

Hi, I’m Nima. I am a full-time PhD student in the School of Psychology, at the University of East London (UEL). As part of my studies, I am conducting research in the field of su***de bereavement and posttraumatic growth i.e., transformational growth following adversity, in su***de loss survivors. My study entails collaborating with adults who have lost a loved one to su***de, such as a family member, colleague or a dear friend, and to research this topical and important area of su***de postvention.

Thus far, in this field of su***de postvention, much focus has been on creating activities to prevent adverse behaviour in su***de loss survivors, with less emphasis on offering pathways to wellbeing and growth for survivors. Therefore, the aim of my research is to create and test interventions, known as positive postventions, that can facilitate wellbeing and growth in adults bereaved by su***de.

To participate in this research, you must meet the following criteria. You must be: (a) an adult aged 18 years or over; (b) bereaved by su***de for at least a minimum of 2 years; (c) currently feeling emotionally stable in your life; (d) not presently in treatment for any mental illness disorders; (e) not receiving any psychological or formal therapy, or due to begin this within the course of the study.

Recruiting participants for this research study is vital and deeply valued, as you will contribute to both evidence-based academic, and applied research contributions, within the fields of posttraumatic growth and su***de bereavement.

If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this research, please click the second link in the bio.

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