Associate Professor Diana Dorstyn
Associate Professor/Reader
School of Psychology
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
Eligible to supervise Masters and PhD - email supervisor to discuss availability.
I am a registered psychologist and mid-career researcher with expertise in neurological rehabilitation. I have published widely on the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions to promote health outcomes, including quality of life, following a traumatic injury or chronic illness.
- My Research
- Career
- Publications
- Grants and Funding
- Teaching
- Supervision
- Professional Activities
- Contact
My research has made a real difference to South Australians living with a physical disability. I have collaborated with a statewide service provider, estara, to help establish a much-needed vocational counselling service for job-seekers with a spinal cord injury. More recently, I partnered with WorkGain, an accredited return-to-work provider, to examine the benefits of rehabilitation using work-specific simulation methods.
Research Supervision
I am interested in projects that focus on mental health assessment and/or treatment for individuals and families affected by a neurological condition or traumatic injury (e.g., multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke). My expertise is review methodology, including meta-analysis, which combines the results of multiple scientific studies to provide the best form of evidence for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers.
Recent Media
- 2023 Lifetime Support Authority of South Australia Innovate Forum
- 2023 WorkSafe Victoria - Telehealth hybrid framework for adaptation in worker's compensation environments for Injured workers
- 2021 Spinal Research Institute Vision and Impact event
- 2020 Spinal Research Institute - In Conversation with Dr Diana Dorstyn
- 2020 Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia - Meet the Researcher
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Appointments
Date Position Institution name 2023 - ongoing Associate Professor/Reader University of Adelaide 2018 - 2022 Senior Lecturer University of Adelaide 2016 - ongoing Member, Health and Medical Human Research Ethics Committee CSIRO 2012 - 2017 Lecturer University of Adelaide 2012 - 2015 Professional Member Guardianship Board of South Australia 2003 - 2012 Senior Clinical Psychologist SA Health 1997 - 2003 Clinical Psychologist Julia Farr Services -
Awards and Achievements
Date Type Title Institution Name Country Amount 2022 Award Professional Practice Award Australian Psychological Society Rehabilitation Psychology of Injury, Chronic Illness and Pain Interest Group Australia $500 2018 Research Award Women's Research Excellence Award University of Adelaide Australia $5000 -
Education
Date Institution name Country Title 2007 - 2012 University of Adelaide Australia PhD 1997 University of Adelaide Australia MPsych (Clinical) 1995 University of Adelaide Australia Honours (First Class) 1994 University of Adelaide Australia Bachelor of Arts -
Research Interests
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Journals
Year Citation 2024 Dorstyn, D., Oxlad, M., Whitburn, S., Fedoric, B., Roberts, R., & Chur-Hansen, A. (2024). The value of work simulation rehabilitation: A qualitative study. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 60(3), 353-361.
2024 Thiele-Swift, H. N., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2024). Anxiety Prevalence in Youth with Autism: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Methodological and Sample Moderators. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 14 pages.
Scopus12024 Prentice, S., Dorstyn, D., & Benson, J. (2024). Shifting the Paradigm in How We View Burnout.. Acad Med, 99(10), 1053.
2024 Ahola, K., Dorstyn, D., & Prideaux, N. (2024). Best practice exercise for emerging depression in multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Rehabilitation, 38(9), 1171-1187.
2024 Collyer, S., & Dorstyn, D. (2024). Problem Adaptation Therapy (PATH) to Treat Depression in Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review of Treatment Effects. International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 39(8), 11 pages.
2024 Osborn, R., Dorstyn, D., Roberts, L., & Kneebone, I. (2024). Feasibility of a brief online mindfulness intervention for parents of children with developmental disabilities. Research and Practice in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 16 pages.
2024 Li, X., Mpofu, E., Dorstyn, D., Shaw, T., Conklin, R., & Collins, S. (2024). Older Adults in CCRCs: Their Social Engagement, Processes and Solutions. Activities, Adaptation and Aging, 1-19.
2024 Sandery, P., Baranoff, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2024). Third Wave Interventions for Adolescents with Mental Health Disorders: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 100841.
2023 Dorstyn, D., Oxlad, M., Whitburn, S., Fedoric, B., Roberts, R., & Chur-Hansen, A. (2023). Client and staff perspectives regarding effective work injury rehabilitation. Australian Health Review, 47(3), 339-343.
Scopus12023 Prentice, S., Elliott, T., Benson, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2023). Burnout and wellbeing in the Australian general practice training context Stakeholder-informed guidelines. Australian Journal of General Practice, 52(3), 127-132.
2023 Stevens, M. W., Dorstyn, D., Delfabbro, P. H., & King, D. L. (2023). Corrigendum to: Stevens, M. W. R., Dorstyn, D., Delfabbro, P. H., & King, D. L. (2021). Global prevalence of gaming disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 55, 553-568.. Aust N Z J Psychiatry, 57(6), 928.
2023 Zeng, X., Dorstyn, D. S., Edwards, G., & Kneebone, I. (2023). The prevalence of insomnia in multiple sclerosis: A meta-analysis. Sleep Medicine Reviews, 72, 1-8.
Scopus5 Europe PMC32023 Osborn, A. J., Roberts, R. M., Dorstyn, D. S., Grave, B. G., & David, D. J. (2023). Behavioural and Psychological Functioning of Children and Adults with Sagittal Synostosis. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC NEUROPSYCHOLOGY, 9(4), 183-199.
2023 Prior, E., Dorstyn, D., Taylor, A., & Rose, A. (2023). Attrition in Psychological mHealth Interventions for Young People: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science.
Scopus12023 Kelson, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2023). Telehealth as a Psychological Intervention for Caregivers of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Systematic Review with Effect Sizes. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 16 pages.
2023 Prentice, S., Benson, J., Dorstyn, D., & Elliott, T. (2023). Promoting Wellbeing among Family Medicine Trainees: A Hermeneutic Review of Intervention Mechanisms of Change and their Delivery Methods. Teaching and Learning in Medicine, 35(3), 303-314.
Scopus2 WoS2 Europe PMC32023 Prentice, S., Elliott, T., Dorstyn, D., & Benson, J. (2023). Burnout, wellbeing, and how they relate: A qualitative study in General Practice trainees. Medical Education, 57(3), 243-255.
Scopus11 WoS4 Europe PMC62023 Dorstyn, D. S., Chur-Hansen, A., Mansell, E., Murphy, G., Roberts, R. M., Stewart, P., . . . Craig, A. (2023). Facilitators and barriers to employment for persons with chronic spinal cord injury or disorder: A qualitative study framed by the person-environment-occupation model. The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 46(2), 1-10.
Scopus4 WoS1 Europe PMC32022 Prentice, S., Benson, J., Dorstyn, D., & Elliott, T. (2022). Wellbeing Conceptualizations in Family Medicine Trainees: A Hermeneutic Review. Teaching and Learning in Medicine, 34(1), 60-68.
Scopus7 WoS7 Europe PMC42022 Prentice, S., Elliott, T., Dorstyn, D., & Benson, J. (2022). A qualitative exploration of burnout prevention and reduction strategies for general practice registrars. Australian Journal of General Practice, 51(11), 895-901.
Scopus1 WoS12022 Hartley, M., Dorstyn, D., & Due, C. (2022). Challenges encountered with a mindfulness app: Lessons learnt from a pilot randomized trial involving caregivers and individuals with autism. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 96, 1-9.
Scopus52022 Makris, T., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2022). Third-wave psychotherapies to promote mental health in epilepsy: An updated systematic review. Epilepsy and Behavior, 134, 1-9.
Scopus5 WoS1 Europe PMC22022 Kneebone, I. I., Van Zanden, B. E., Dorstyn, D. S., Roberts, R. M., Lord, S. R., Querstret, D., . . . Nair, R. D. (2022). Relaxation and related therapies for people with multiple sclerosis (MS): A systematic review. Clinical Rehabilitation, 36(7), 1-17.
Scopus5 WoS2 Europe PMC22022 Dorstyn, D., Oxlad, M., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Potter, E., Kneebone, I., & Craig, A. (2022). MS JobSeek: A pilot randomized controlled trial of an online peer discussion forum for job-seekers with multiple sclerosis. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 56(1), 1-11.
Scopus12021 Yang, C., Mpofu, E., Li, X., Dorstyn, D., Li, Q., & Brock, K. (2021). Physical activity participation among older adults with diabetes: Applying the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Guidelines. Australian Journal of Rehabilitation Counselling, 27(2), 75-89.
Scopus1 WoS12021 Fuss, B., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2021). Belonging in the Online World: Older Adults' Use of Internet for Community. Journal of Social Inclusion, 12(2), 2-29.
2021 Leech, T., Dorstyn, D., Taylor, A., & Li, W. (2021). Corrigendum to “Mental health apps for adolescents and young adults: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials” (Children and Youth Services Review (2021) 127, (106073), (S0190740921001523), (10.1016/j.childyouth.2021.106073)). Children and Youth Services Review, 128, 1 page.
2021 Fuss, B. G., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2021). Social function and psychological wellbeing among older Australian users of computer-mediated communication: does social distancing impact use?. Behaviour & Information Technology, 14(14), 1-12.
Scopus32021 Osborn, A. J., Roberts, R. M., Dorstyn, D. S., Grave, B. G., & David, D. (2021). Sagittal Synostosis and Its Association With Cognitive, Behavioral, and Psychological Functioning: A Meta-analysis.. JAMA Netw Open, 4(9), 1-17.
Scopus17 WoS8 Europe PMC92021 Li, X., Dorstyn, D., Mpofu, E., O`Neill, L., Li, Q., Zhang, C., & Ingman, S. (2021). Nursing assistants and resident satisfaction in long-term care: A systematic review. Geriatric Nursing, 42(6), 1323-1331.
Scopus10 WoS5 Europe PMC32021 Hartley, M., Due, C., & Dorstyn, D. (2021). Barriers and facilitators to engaging individuals and families with autism spectrum disorder in mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies: a meta-synthesis. Disability and Rehabilitation, 44(17), 12 pages.
Scopus5 WoS12021 Leech, T., Dorstyn, D., Taylor, A., & Li, W. (2021). Mental health apps for adolescents and young adults: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Children and Youth Services Review, 127, 10 pages.
Scopus34 WoS192021 Schiller, V. F., Dorstyn, D. S., & Taylor, A. M. (2021). The Protective Role of Social Support Sources and Types Against Depression in Caregivers: A Meta-Analysis.. J Autism Dev Disord, 51(4), 1304-1315.
Scopus37 WoS22 Europe PMC132021 Makris, T., Dorstyn, D., & Crettenden, A. (2021). Quality of life in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Disability and Rehabilitation, 43(3), 299-308.
Scopus38 WoS27 Europe PMC152020 Unsworth, D. J., Mathias, J. L., Dorstyn, D. S., & Koblar, S. A. (2020). Stroke survivor attitudes toward, and motivations for, considering experimental stem cell treatments. Disability and Rehabilitation, 42(8), 1-9.
Scopus3 WoS1 Europe PMC12020 Tully, P. J., Yano, Y., Launer, L., Kario, K., Nagai, M., Mooijaart, S. P., . . . Tzourio, C. (2020). The association between blood pressure variability and cerebral small-vessel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of the American Heart Association, 9(1), e013841-1-e013841-16.
Scopus84 WoS58 Europe PMC562020 Tully, P. J., Yano, Y., Launer, L., Kario, K., Nagai, M., Mooijaart, S. P., . . . Tzourio, C. (2020). The association between blood pressure variability and cerebral small-vessel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of the American Heart Association, 9(1), e013841-1-e013841-16.
Scopus84 WoS58 Europe PMC562020 Stevens, M. W., Dorstyn, D., Delfabbro, P. H., & King, D. L. (2020). Global prevalence of gaming disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 55(6), 553-568.
Scopus383 WoS229 Europe PMC1812020 Yang, C., Moore, A., Mpofu, E., Dorstyn, D., Li, Q., & Yin, C. (2020). Effectiveness of Combined Cognitive and Physical Interventions to Enhance Functioning in Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. The Gerontologist, 60(8), 633-642.
Scopus61 WoS48 Europe PMC322020 Dorstyn, D. S., Mathias, J. L., Bombardier, C. H., & Osborn, A. J. (2020). Motivational interviewing to promote health outcomes and behaviour change in multiple sclerosis: a systematic review.. Clin Rehabil, 34(3), 299-309.
Scopus12 WoS7 Europe PMC42020 Unsworth, D. J., Mathias, J. L., Dorstyn, D. S., & Koblar, S. A. (2020). Are patient educational resources effective at deterring stroke survivors from considering experimental stem cell treatments? A randomized controlled trial. Patient Education and Counseling, 103(7), 1373-1381.
Scopus7 WoS5 Europe PMC32020 Roberts, R., Oxlad, M., Dorstyn, D., & Chur-Hansen, A. (2020). Objective Structured Clinical Examinations with simulated patients in postgraduate psychology training: Student perceptions. Australian Psychologist, 55(5), 488-497.
Scopus13 WoS92020 Prentice, S., Dorstyn, D., Benson, J., & Elliott, T. (2020). Burnout Levels and Patterns in Postgraduate Medical Trainees: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Acad Med, 95(9), 1444-1454.
Scopus32 WoS24 Europe PMC222020 Dorstyn, D., Murphy, G., Potter, E., & Craig, A. (2020). How peer support can assist job-seekers with a disability move into work. The Australian Journal of Rehabilitation Counselling, 26(1), 7-11.
Scopus6 WoS62020 Osborn, R., Dorstyn, D., Roberts, L., & Kneebone, I. (2020). Mindfulness Therapies for Improving Mental Health in Parents of Children with a Developmental Disability: a Systematic Review. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 33(3), 373-389.
Scopus18 WoS82019 Leech, T., Dorstyn, D. S., & Li, W. (2019). EMental health service use among Australian youth: A cross-sectional survey framed by Andersen's model. Australian Health Review, 44(6), 891-897.
Scopus10 WoS6 Europe PMC72019 Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Jarmon, E. (2019). Identifying suicide risk among college students: A systematic review. Death Studies, 44(7), 450-458.
Scopus68 WoS48 Europe PMC272019 Unsworth, D. J., Mathias, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2019). Preliminary Screening Recommendations for Patients at Risk of Depression and/or Anxiety more than 1 year Poststroke. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, 28(6), 1519-1528.
Scopus6 WoS6 Europe PMC42019 Taylor, P., Dorstyn, D., & Prior, E. (2019). Stress management interventions for multiple sclerosis: A meta-analysis
of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Health Psychology, 25(2), 266-279.
Scopus18 WoS12 Europe PMC122019 Hartley, M., Dorstyn, D., & Due, C. (2019). Mindfulness for Children and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Caregivers: A Meta-analysis. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49(10), 4306-4319.
Scopus60 WoS41 Europe PMC302019 Fuss, B. G., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2019). Computer-mediated communication and social support among community-dwelling older adults: A systematic review of cross-sectional data. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 38(4), 103-113.
Scopus16 WoS10 Europe PMC52019 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Kneebone, I., Craig, A., Chur-Hansen, A., . . . Stewart, P. (2019). Can targeted job-information for adults with spinal cord dysfunction be effectively delivered online? A pilot study. Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 42(1), 94-101.
Scopus3 WoS4 Europe PMC12019 Holmes, N., Agteren, J. V., & Dorstyn, D. (2019). A systematic review of technology-assisted interventions for co-morbid depression and substance use. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 25(3), 131-141.
Scopus14 WoS9 Europe PMC102019 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Craig, A., Kneebone, I., Stewart, P., . . . Migliorini, C. (2019). Work and SCI: a pilot randomized controlled study of an online resource for job-seekers with spinal cord dysfunction. Spinal Cord, 57(3), 1-8.
Scopus8 WoS5 Europe PMC52019 Stevens, M. W. R., King, D. L., Dorstyn, D., & Delfabbro, P. H. (2019). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for internet gaming disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, 26(2), 191-203.
Scopus154 WoS106 Europe PMC652018 Tully, P. J., Turnbull, D. A., Anstey, K. J., Beckett, N., Beiser, A. S., Birns, J., . . . Tzourio, C. (2018). The association between blood pressure variability (BPV) with dementia and cognitive function: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. Systematic Reviews, 7(1), 163.
Scopus3 WoS10 Europe PMC52018 Ma, M., Dorstyn, D., Ward, L., & Prentice, S. (2018). Alzheimers’ disease and caregiving: a meta-analytic review comparing the mental health of primary carers to controls. Aging and Mental Health, 22(11), 1-11.
Scopus72 WoS52 Europe PMC362018 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Kneebone, I., Craig, A., & Migliorini, C. (2018). Online Resource to Promote Vocational Interests Among Job Seekers With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Australia. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 99(2), 272-280.
Scopus12 WoS9 Europe PMC62018 Gerhard, L., Dorstyn, D. S., Murphy, G., & Roberts, R. M. (2018). Neurological, physical and sociodemographic correlates of employment in multiple sclerosis: A meta-analysis. Journal of Health Psychology, 25(1), 1-13.
Scopus24 WoS14 Europe PMC112018 Willet, M., Dorstyn, D., Due, C., & Li, W. (2018). Applying Andersen’s model to explain service use and quality of life among Australian caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 30(3), 339-354.
Scopus9 WoS72018 Le, J., Dorstyn, D., Mpfou, E., Prior, E., & Tully, P. (2018). Health-related quality of life in coronary heart disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis mapped against the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. Quality of life research : an international journal of quality of life aspects of treatment, care and rehabilitation, 27(10), 2491-2503.
Scopus42 WoS35 Europe PMC172018 Le, J., Dorstyn, D. S., Mpofu, E., Prior, E., & Tully, P. J. (2018). Correction to: Health-related quality of life in coronary heart disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis mapped against the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (Quality of Life Research, (2018), 27, 10, (2491-2503), 10.1007/s11136-018-1885-5). Quality of Life Research, 27(10), 2505.
Scopus2 WoS2 Europe PMC22017 Pollock, K., Dorstyn, D., Butt, L., & Prentice, S. (2017). Posttraumatic stress following spinal cord injury: a systematic review of risk and vulnerability factors. Spinal Cord, 55(9), 800-811.
Scopus21 WoS20 Europe PMC102017 Roberts, R., Chur-Hansen, A., Winefield, H., Patten, S., Ward, H., & Dorstyn, D. (2017). Using OSCEs with simulation to maximise student learning and assess competencies in psychology: A pilot study. Focus on Health Professional Education: a multidisciplinary journal, 18(2), 61-75.
WoS72017 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., & Haub, R. (2017). Employment and multiple sclerosis: a meta-analytic review of psychological correlates. Journal of Health Psychology, 24(1), 1-14.
Scopus56 WoS49 Europe PMC232017 Dorstyn, D., Black, R., Mpofu, E., & Kneebone, I. (2017). Utilizing the ICF to Understand Depressive Symptomology in Multiple Sclerosis: An Exploratory Systematic Review. Rehabilitation Psychology, 62(2), 143-164.
Scopus6 WoS5 Europe PMC52017 Unsworth, D., Mathias, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2017). Cell therapies administered in the chronic phase after stroke: a meta-analysis examining safety and efficacy. Regenerative Medicine, 12(1), 91-108.
Scopus3 WoS3 Europe PMC12017 Li, W., Denson, L., & Dorstyn, D. (2017). Understanding Australian university students' mental health help-seeking: An empirical and theoretical investigation. Australian Journal of Psychology, 70(1), 1-11.
Scopus25 WoS192017 Li, W., Denson, L., & Dorstyn, D. (2017). Help-Seeking Intentions and Behaviors among Mainland Chinese College Students: Integrating the Theory of Planned Behavior and Behavioral Model of Health Services Use. International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling, 39(2), 24 pages.
Scopus17 WoS122017 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Kneebone, I., Migliorini, C., Craig, A., . . . Field, D. (2017). Piloting an email-based resource package for job seekers with multiple sclerosis. Disability and Rehabilitation, 39(9), 867-873.
Scopus12 WoS9 Europe PMC52017 Roberts, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2017). Does Changing Grade-Based Marking to Pass-Fail Marking Change Student Achievement in a Postgraduate Psychology Course?. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 11(1), 57-60.
Scopus5 WoS32016 Unsworth, D., Mathias, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Safety and efficacy of cell therapies administered in the acute and subacute stages after stroke: a meta-analysis. Regenerative Medicine, 11(7), 725-741.
Scopus5 WoS5 Europe PMC42016 Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Denson, L. (2016). Predictors of Mental Health Service Use by Young Adults: A Systematic Review. Psychiatric Services, 67(9), 946-956.
Scopus38 WoS25 Europe PMC152016 Tran, J., Dorstyn, D., & Burke, A. (2016). Psychosocial aspects of spinal cord injury pain: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(9), 640-648.
Scopus33 WoS29 Europe PMC142016 Leone, E., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2016). Defining resilience in families living with neurodevelopmental disorder: a preliminary examination of Walsh’s framework. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 28(4), 595-608.
Scopus26 WoS182016 Le, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Anxiety prevalence following spinal cord injury: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(8), 570-578.
Scopus75 WoS51 Europe PMC372016 Bowker, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Hypnotherapy for disability-related pain: A meta-analysis. Journal of Health Psychology, 21(4), 526-539.
Scopus8 WoS8 Europe PMC42015 Black, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). A biopsychosocial model of resilience for multiple sclerosis. Journal of Health Psychology, 20(11), 1434-1444.
Scopus66 WoS54 Europe PMC262015 Curran, C., Dorstyn, D., Polychronis, C., & Denson, L. (2015). Functional outcomes of community-based brain injury rehabilitation clients. Brain Injury, 29(1), 25-32.
Scopus11 WoS9 Europe PMC62015 Bolton, A., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Telepsychology for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A systematic review. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 21(5), 254-267.
Scopus59 WoS47 Europe PMC392015 Charova, E., Dorstyn, D., Tully, P., & Mittag, O. (2015). Web-based interventions for comorbid depression and chronic illness: a systematic review. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 21(4), 189-201.
Scopus23 WoS16 Europe PMC142015 Kraft, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Psychosocial correlates of depression following spinal injury: A systematic review. Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 38(5), 571-583.
Scopus39 WoS31 Europe PMC192015 Mpofu, E., Craig, A., Millington, M., Murphy, G., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Return to Work Practices and Research with Spinal Cord Injury: An Australian
Perspective. The Australian Journal of Rehabilitation Counselling, 21(1), 65-76.
Scopus14 WoS102015 Whitehead, K., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2015). Psychological adjustment in families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 27(5), 703-717.
Scopus29 WoS222015 Foran, A., Millar, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Patient satisfaction with a hospital-based neuropsychology service. Australian Health Review, 40(4), 447-452.
Scopus12 WoS10 Europe PMC22015 Whitehead, K., Dorstyn, D., & Ward, L. (2015). Erratum to: Psychological Adjustment in Families Affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (J Dev Phys Disabil, 10.1007/s10882-015-9446-0). Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 27(5), 719.
2014 Dorstyn, D. S., Roberts, R., Kneebone, I., Kennedy, P., & Lieu, C. (2014). Systematic review of leisure therapy and its effectiveness in managing functional outcomes in stroke rehabilitation. Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, 21(1), 40-51.
Scopus23 WoS16 Europe PMC112014 Hayter, M., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2014). Resilience, self-esteem and self-compassion in adults with spina bifida. Spinal Cord, 52(2), 167-171.
Scopus52 WoS42 Europe PMC292014 Kent, M., & Dorstyn, D. (2014). Psychological variables associated with employment following spinal cord injury: a meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 52(10), 722-728.
Scopus20 WoS17 Europe PMC122014 Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Denson, L. (2014). Psychosocial correlates of college students’ help-seeking intention: A meta-analysis. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 45(3), 163-170.
Scopus49 WoS442014 Copas, S., & Dorstyn, D. (2014). Needs, challenges and goals of Australian women with disabilities: a preliminary survey. Australian Journal of Rehabilitation Counselling, 20(1), 28-37.
Scopus1 WoS12013 Dorstyn, D., Saniotis, A., & Sobhanian, F. (2013). A systematic review of telecounselling and its effectiveness in managing depression amongst minority ethnic communities. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 19(6), 338-346.
Scopus23 WoS18 Europe PMC152013 Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2013). Applications of telecounselling in spinal cord injury rehabilitation: a systematic review with effect sizes. Clinical Rehabilitation, 27(12), 1072-1083.
Scopus45 WoS36 Europe PMC272013 Kilic, S., Dorstyn, D., & Guiver, N. (2013). Examining factors that contribute to the process of resilience following spinal cord injury. Spinal Cord, 51(7), 553-557.
Scopus94 WoS81 Europe PMC452012 Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., Denson, L., & Robertson, M. (2012). Effectiveness of telephone counseling in managing psychological outcomes after spinal cord injury: a preliminary study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 93(11), 2100-2108.
Scopus20 WoS17 Europe PMC152011 Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2011). Psychosocial outcomes of telephone-based counseling for adults with an acquired physical disability: A meta-analysis. Rehabilitation Psychology, 56(1), 1-14.
Scopus38 WoS34 Europe PMC232011 Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2011). Efficacy of cognitive behavior therapy for the management of psychological outcomes following spinal cord injury : A meta analysis. Journal of Health Psychology, 16(2), 374-391.
Scopus60 WoS53 Europe PMC392010 Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2010). Psychological intervention during spinal rehabilitation: a preliminary study. Spinal Cord, 48(10), 756-761.
Scopus24 WoS17 Europe PMC142008 Mitchell, M., Burns, N., & Dorstyn, D. (2008). Screening for depression and anxiety in spinal cord injury with DASS-21. Spinal Cord, 46(8), 547-551.
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Conference Papers
Year Citation 2015 Dorstyn, D., Roberts, R., Murphy, G., Kneebone, I., Migliorini, C., Craig, A., . . . Hutchinson, C. (2015). Online vocational rehabilitation for job-seekers with MS: does it work?. In MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS JOURNAL Vol. 21 (pp. NP20-NP21). Melbourne, AUSTRALIA: SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD. -
Conference Items
Year Citation 2019 Prentice, S. M., Benson, J., Elliott, T., & Dorstyn, D. (2019). General Practice Trainees’ Wellbeing: A Hermeneutic Literature Review. Poster session presented at the meeting of GPTEC. Melbourne. 2018 Alder, J., Dorstyn, D., & Mpofu, E. (2018). Domestic bliss aids rehabilitation: Quantitative and qualitative approaches to studying daily living activities and couples attachment. Poster session presented at the meeting of AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST. WILEY. 2018 Prentice, S. M., Dorstyn, D., Benson, J., & Elliott, T. (2018). Characteristics of Burnout in Medical Trainees: A Meta-Analysis. Poster session presented at the meeting of GPTEC. Adelaide. 2016 Unsworth, D. J., Mathias, J. L., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Safety and efficacy of cell therapies administered in the acute/subacute and chronic phases after stroke: a meta-analysis. Poster session presented at the meeting of Abstracts for the 10th World Stroke Congress, as published in International Journal of Stroke. Hyderabad, India: Sage Publications.
DOI2016 Li, W., Denson, L., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Help-seeking behavior among Chinese college students: A model integrating the Theory of Planned Behavior and the Behavioral Model of Health Services Use. Poster session presented at the meeting of INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY. ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD. 2014 Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Denson, L. (2014). Psychosocial predictors of university students’ help-seeking intention: A meta-analysis. Poster session presented at the meeting of International Congress of Applied Psychology. -
Report for External Bodies
Year Citation 2023 Dorstyn, D., & Roberts, R. (2023). Community-based health care for multiple sclerosis. Adelaide: School of Psychology. 2021 Dorstyn, D., Whetton, S., Chur-Hansen, A., Mansell, E., & Abdul Halim, S. (2021). Design of a Telehealth Hybrid Framework for adaptation in workers' compensation environments for injured workers. Phase 1: Review of existing evidence around telehealth use and satisfaction. Final Report. Adelaide: South Australian Centre for Economic Studies.
External Competitive Funding
| Date | Project | Investigators | Funding Body | AUD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Development of psychosocial support needs for families living with craniofacial conditions | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D (University of Adelaide) | Craniofacial Australia | 93,887 |
| 2022 | Continuation of sagittal stenosis project | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D (University of Adelaide) |
Australian Cranio-Maxillo Facial Foundation |
198,771 |
| 2021 | Work Gain: Experiences of a work-specific rehabilitation program |
Dorstyn D, Chur-Hansen A, Roberts R, Oxlad M (University of Adelaide), Fedoric B, Roberts T (WorkGain) | Lifetime Support Authority of South Australia | 120,100 |
| 2020 |
SCI Research Collaboration Grant |
Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Chur-Hansen A (University of Adelaide), Fraser W, Kuberek S (Paraquad SA) | Spinal Research Institute |
2,000 |
| 2020 | Sagittal synostosis project | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D (University of Adelaide) |
Australian Cranio-Maxillo Facial Foundation |
110,000 |
| 2019 | Development and evaluation of an online peer-supported intervention for job-seekers with multiple sclerosis | Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Oxlad M (University of Adelaide), Craig A (University of Sydney), Kneebone I (University of Technology Sydney), Murphy G (La Trobe University) | Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia Incubator Grant |
25,000 |
| 2019 | Work and SCI: development of a return-to-work assessment and counselling service for injured job-seekers living in the community | Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Chur-Hansen A (University of Adelaide), Murphy G (La Trobe University), Stewart P (Paraquad SA), Craig A (University of Sydney), Kneebone I (University of Technology Sydney) | Lifetime Support Authority of South Australia | 94,507 |
| 2016 | Work and SCI: an online course to enhance vocational outcomes following spinal cord injury | Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Chur-Hansen A (University of Adelaide), Murphy G (La Trobe University), Stewart P (Paraquad SA), Marshall R, Clark J (SA Health/University of Adelaide), Kneebone I (University of Technology Sydney), Migliorini C (Monash University), Craig A (University of Sydney) | auDA Foundation |
22,280 |
| 2015 | Development and preliminary trial of an online vocational program for Australian adults with spinal cord injury. |
Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Chur-Hansen A (University of Adelaide), Murphy G (La Trobe University), Stewart P (Paraquad SA), Marshall R, Clark J (SA Health/University of Adelaide), Kneebone I (University of Technology Sydney), Migliorini C (Monash University), Craig A (University of Sydney) |
Lifetime Support Authority of South Australia |
61,000 |
| 2014 |
Online vocational rehabilitation for adults with MS: Does it work? |
Dorstyn D, Roberts R (University of Adelaide), Murphy G (La Trobe University), Kneebone I (University of Technology Sydney), Migliorini C (Monash University), Craig A (University of Sydney), Fields D (SA Health) |
Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia Incubator Grant | 20,985 |
Consulting Projects
| Date | Project | Investigators | Contractor | AUD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Design a Telehealth Framework for Adaptation in Workers’ Compensation Environments for Injured Workers | Whetton S, Dorstyn D, Chur-Hansen A, Abdul Halim S (University of Adelaide) | State Insurance Regulatory Authority | 246,355 |
| 2021 |
Design a Telehealth Framework for Adaptation in Workers’ Compensation Environments for Injured Workers |
Whetton S, Dorstyn D, Chur-Hansen A, Abdul Halim S (University of Adelaide) |
Victorian Workcover Authority |
36,257 |
| 2021 | National Disability Employment Strategy Report | O'Neil M, Abdul Halim S, Dey T, Dorstyn D, Kosturjak A, Whetton S (University of Adelaide) | Dept. of Social Services |
167,106 |
Program Coordination
Postgraduate (HDR) Coordinator, School of Psychology
Course Coordination
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYCHOL 7131, 7231)
Teaching
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYCHOL 7131, 7231)
Professional Practice (PSYCHOL 7331)
Master of Psychology (Clinical) Placement I, II, III (PSYCHOL 7140, 7141, 7143)
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Current Higher Degree by Research Supervision (University of Adelaide)
Date Role Research Topic Program Degree Type Student Load Student Name 2024 Principal Supervisor Health Literacy and its Association with Biopsychosocial Health Outcomes Among People with Spinal Cord Injury. Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Full Time Miss Georgina Edwards 2024 Principal Supervisor Identifying service supports and gaps for Australians living with a disability on the NDIS Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Full Time Mr Mark Daniel Marveggio 2024 Principal Supervisor Exploring the Implications and Health Outcomes associated with loneliness in Neurodivergent Adult Men Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Full Time Mr Jack Tex Lear 2022 Co-Supervisor Employing Mind-body Therapies for People with Persistent Pain Post-Stroke Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Part Time Ms Nicole Prideaux -
Past Higher Degree by Research Supervision (University of Adelaide)
Date Role Research Topic Program Degree Type Student Load Student Name 2019 - 2023 Principal Supervisor Understanding Burnout in General Practice Registrars Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Clinical) Doctorate Full Time Mr Shaun Mark Lawrence Prentice 2018 - 2023 Principal Supervisor Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Caregivers Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Clinical) Doctorate Full Time Mr Matthew Ronald Hartley 2017 - 2022 Principal Supervisor Belonging to the World Online: Older Adults’ Use of Computer-Mediated Communication for Social Wellbeing Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Part Time Miss Belinda Grace Fuss 2015 - 2020 Co-Supervisor Stem Cell Treatments for Stroke: A Biopsychosocial Perspective Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Clinical) Doctorate Full Time Mr David John Unsworth 2013 - 2016 Co-Supervisor University Students' Mental Health Help-Seeking: Intention and Service Use Doctor of Philosophy Doctorate Full Time Miss Wenjing Li
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Committee Memberships
Date Role Committee Institution Country 2010 - 2024 Member APS Rehabilitation Psychology Interest Group Australian Psychological Society Australia -
Memberships
Date Role Membership Country 2024 - ongoing Member Australian Association of Psychologists Inc Australia 2015 - ongoing Member American Psychological Association Division 22 (Rehabilitation Psychology) United States 2015 - 2024 Member Australian Psychological Society College of Health Psychologists Australia 2001 - 2024 Member APS College of Clinical Psychologists Australia 1999 - 2024 Member Australian Psychological Society (APS) Australia -
Consulting/Advisories
Date Institution Department Organisation Type Country 2016 - ongoing Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Health and Medical Human Research Ethics Committee Scientific research Australia 2009 - ongoing Royal Australasian College of Physicians Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Health services and related Australia -
Editorial Boards
Date Role Editorial Board Name Institution Country 2023 - ongoing Member Disability and Rehabilitation Taylor and Francis United Kingdom 2022 - ongoing Member Journal of Psychosomatic Research European Association of Psychosomatic Medicine Austria 2015 - ongoing Member Rehabilitation Psychology American Psychological Association Division 22 United States
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