University of Manchester’s Dr Sarah Parry Wins May Davidson Award 2024

By Vaidant February 3, 2025
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Dr Sarah Parry, a Senior Clinical Lecturer and Academic Director for the Clinical Psychology Doctorate at the University of Manchester, England has been honoured with the prestigious May Davidson Award 2024 for her outstanding contributions to the field of clinical psychology.

The British Psychological Society has awarded Dr Parry for her exceptional early career achievements, specifically her pioneering research on youth mental health. Her work focuses on advancing care for children and families, particularly in addressing the mental health challenges faced by young people.

In her acceptance speech, Dr Parry expressed her gratitude: “I am truly grateful to receive the May Davidson Award, especially when I think of the inspiring previous recipients, whose work I greatly admire. I am profoundly thankful to my colleagues, mentors, and the families we work with to improve mental health services for children and young people.”

The British Psychological Society praised Dr Parry for her compassionate and reflective approach to training in mental health. They highlighted her leadership in clinical research on under-researched areas of youth mental health, as well as her collaborative approach in co-creating research with experts by experience.

Dr Parry’s research currently focuses on supporting children dealing with sensory distress, developing trauma-informed care for use in homes, and exploring joint responses to the growing mental health crisis among young people. The University of Manchester’s statement noted that her efforts are contributing to much-needed advances in inclusive research in the field.

The May Davidson Award recognises exceptional contributions made during the first ten years of a clinical psychologist’s career. Dr Parry’s work has already had a significant impact, especially in light of recent reports showing an increase in mental health issues among young people in the UK. One in six children aged 7-16 were found to be struggling with mental health difficulties in 2022, underscoring the importance of early intervention and support.

Source: SHIKSHA

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