David Gillanders
Senior Lecturer
Clinical Psychology
The University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Biography
I graduated from City University in London and trained in clinical psychology at the University of Glasgow, qualifying in 2000. My major research thesis was an experimental study investigating repetitive information processing in depression. After qualifying I worked for NHS Ayrshire, spending part of the time in a community mental health team and part of the time in a district general hospital treating individuals who had been referred from a wide range of medical specialties and in particular chronic pain services.
Research Interest
psychological factors in long term conditions. This research strategy supports thesis projects for DClinPsychol students, and PhD students.
Publications
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A pilot study of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) : A preliminary analysis of treatment outcomes and processes of change
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An implementation trial of ACT-based bibliotherapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Chronic pain and sex differences : Women accept and move, while men feel blue
