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

LSA Forum 2023

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

Health, Clinical and Counselling Psychology Psychology Rehabilitation

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. DOI
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. DOI Scopus1
2024	Prentice, S., Dorstyn, D., & Benson, J. (2024). Shifting the Paradigm in How We View Burnout.. Acad Med, 99(10), 1053. DOI
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. DOI
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. DOI
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. DOI
2024	Lear, J. T., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2024). Moderators of Loneliness and Mental Health in Men: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. Psychology of Men and Masculinity, 25(3), 252-263. DOI
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. DOI
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, 34, 13 pages. DOI
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. DOI Scopus1
2023	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. DOI
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. DOI Scopus1
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. DOI Scopus7 Europe PMC4
2023	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. DOI
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. DOI Scopus1
2023	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. DOI Scopus1
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. DOI Scopus2 WoS2 Europe PMC4
2023	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. DOI Scopus13 WoS4 Europe PMC9
2023	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. DOI Scopus4 WoS1 Europe PMC5
2022	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. DOI Scopus7 WoS7 Europe PMC6
2022	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. DOI Scopus1 WoS1
2022	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. DOI Scopus5
2022	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. DOI Scopus5 WoS1 Europe PMC3
2022	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. DOI Scopus5 WoS2 Europe PMC2
2022	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. DOI Scopus1
2021	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. DOI Scopus1 WoS1
2021	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. DOI
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. DOI
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. DOI Scopus3
2021	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. DOI Scopus17 WoS8 Europe PMC9
2021	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. DOI Scopus11 WoS5 Europe PMC3
2021	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. DOI Scopus5 WoS1
2021	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. DOI Scopus36 WoS19
2021	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. DOI Scopus38 WoS22 Europe PMC13
2021	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. DOI Scopus41 WoS27 Europe PMC18
2020	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. DOI Scopus3 WoS1 Europe PMC2
2020	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. DOI Scopus86 WoS58 Europe PMC56
2020	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. DOI Scopus86 WoS58 Europe PMC56
2020	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. DOI Scopus390 WoS229 Europe PMC188
2020	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. DOI Scopus61 WoS48 Europe PMC33
2020	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. DOI Scopus12 WoS7 Europe PMC6
2020	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. DOI Scopus7 WoS5 Europe PMC3
2020	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. DOI Scopus13 WoS9
2020	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. DOI Scopus33 WoS24 Europe PMC23
2020	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. DOI Scopus6 WoS6
2020	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. DOI Scopus18 WoS8
2019	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. DOI Scopus11 WoS6 Europe PMC7
2019	Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Jarmon, E. (2019). Identifying suicide risk among college students: A systematic review. Death Studies, 44(7), 450-458. DOI Scopus69 WoS48 Europe PMC28
2019	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. DOI Scopus6 WoS6 Europe PMC5
2019	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. DOI Scopus18 WoS12 Europe PMC12
2019	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. DOI Scopus62 WoS41 Europe PMC31
2019	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. DOI Scopus16 WoS10 Europe PMC5
2019	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. DOI Scopus3 WoS4 Europe PMC1
2019	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. DOI Scopus14 WoS9 Europe PMC10
2019	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. DOI Scopus9 WoS5 Europe PMC5
2019	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. DOI Scopus156 WoS106 Europe PMC66
2018	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. DOI Scopus3 WoS10 Europe PMC5
2018	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. DOI Scopus74 WoS52 Europe PMC37
2018	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. DOI Scopus12 WoS9 Europe PMC6
2018	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. DOI Scopus24 WoS14 Europe PMC11
2018	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. DOI Scopus9 WoS7
2018	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. DOI Scopus44 WoS35 Europe PMC17
2018	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. DOI Scopus2 WoS2 Europe PMC2
2017	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. DOI Scopus22 WoS20 Europe PMC10
2017	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. DOI WoS7
2017	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. DOI Scopus56 WoS49 Europe PMC23
2017	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. DOI Scopus6 WoS5 Europe PMC5
2017	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. DOI Scopus3 WoS3 Europe PMC1
2017	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. DOI Scopus26 WoS19
2017	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. DOI Scopus18 WoS12
2017	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. DOI Scopus12 WoS9 Europe PMC5
2017	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. DOI Scopus5 WoS3
2016	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. DOI Scopus6 WoS5 Europe PMC4
2016	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. DOI Scopus38 WoS25 Europe PMC15
2016	Tran, J., Dorstyn, D., & Burke, A. (2016). Psychosocial aspects of spinal cord injury pain: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(9), 640-648. DOI Scopus33 WoS29 Europe PMC14
2016	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. DOI Scopus26 WoS18
2016	Le, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Anxiety prevalence following spinal cord injury: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(8), 570-578. DOI Scopus76 WoS51 Europe PMC38
2016	Bowker, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Hypnotherapy for disability-related pain: A meta-analysis. Journal of Health Psychology, 21(4), 526-539. DOI Scopus8 WoS8 Europe PMC4
2015	Black, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). A biopsychosocial model of resilience for multiple sclerosis. Journal of Health Psychology, 20(11), 1434-1444. DOI Scopus67 WoS54 Europe PMC26
2015	Curran, C., Dorstyn, D., Polychronis, C., & Denson, L. (2015). Functional outcomes of community-based brain injury rehabilitation clients. Brain Injury, 29(1), 25-32. DOI Scopus11 WoS9 Europe PMC6
2015	Bolton, A., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Telepsychology for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A systematic review. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 21(5), 254-267. DOI Scopus59 WoS47 Europe PMC39
2015	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. DOI Scopus23 WoS16 Europe PMC14
2015	Kraft, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Psychosocial correlates of depression following spinal injury: A systematic review. Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 38(5), 571-583. DOI Scopus39 WoS31 Europe PMC19
2015	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. DOI Scopus14 WoS10
2015	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. DOI Scopus29 WoS22
2015	Foran, A., Millar, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Patient satisfaction with a hospital-based neuropsychology service. Australian Health Review, 40(4), 447-452. DOI Scopus12 WoS10 Europe PMC2
2015	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. DOI
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. DOI Scopus23 WoS16 Europe PMC11
2014	Hayter, M., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2014). Resilience, self-esteem and self-compassion in adults with spina bifida. Spinal Cord, 52(2), 167-171. DOI Scopus52 WoS42 Europe PMC29
2014	Kent, M., & Dorstyn, D. (2014). Psychological variables associated with employment following spinal cord injury: a meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 52(10), 722-728. DOI Scopus20 WoS17 Europe PMC12
2014	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. DOI Scopus49 WoS44
2014	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. DOI Scopus1 WoS1
2013	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. DOI Scopus23 WoS18 Europe PMC15
2013	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. DOI Scopus46 WoS36 Europe PMC27
2013	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. DOI Scopus95 WoS81 Europe PMC45
2012	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. DOI Scopus21 WoS17 Europe PMC15
2011	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. DOI Scopus39 WoS34 Europe PMC23
2011	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. DOI Scopus62 WoS53 Europe PMC39
2010	Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2010). Psychological intervention during spinal rehabilitation: a preliminary study. Spinal Cord, 48(10), 756-761. DOI Scopus24 WoS17 Europe PMC14
2008	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. DOI Scopus55 WoS46 Europe PMC31

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. DOI
2016	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)

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

Committee Memberships

Date Role Committee Institution Country

2010 - 2024 Member APS Rehabilitation Psychology Interest Group Australian Psychological Society Australia

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

Position: Associate Professor/Reader
Phone: 83130649
Email: diana.dorstyn@adelaide.edu.au
Campus: North Terrace
Building: Hughes, floor Level Five
Room: 522
Org Unit: Psychology