APrf Diana Dorstyn
Associate Professor
School of Psychology
College of Education, Behavioural and Social 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 following a traumatic injury or chronic illness.
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 have 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 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
| Date | Position | Institution name |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 - 2025 | Chair, Lower Risk Human Research Ethics Committee | University of Adelaide |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Year | Citation |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Edwards, G., Dorstyn, D., & Oxlad, M. (2025). Health literacy in adults with a spinal cord injury or disorder: An updated and expanded systematic review. Disability and Health Journal, 18(3), 6 pages. Scopus1 WoS1 |
| 2025 | Prentice, S., Patel, D. N., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2025). Wellbeing interventions in family medicine and general practice trainees: a preliminary meta-analysis. Education for Primary Care, 36(3), 82-93. Scopus2 Europe PMC1 |
| 2025 | Osborn, A. J., Roberts, R. M., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2025). Psychosocial Support for Australian Families Impacted by Craniosynostosis: A Qualitative Study.. Cleft Palate Craniofac J, 10556656251337824. |
| 2025 | Prideaux, N., Dorstyn, D., Haslam, B., & Oxlad, M. (2025). Mind-body therapies for pain after stroke: physiotherapists’ perceived knowledge, perceptions, use and education. European Journal of Physiotherapy, 14 pages. Scopus2 WoS2 |
| 2025 | Prentice, S., Dorstyn, D. S., Massy Westropp, N., Benson, J., & Elliott, T. (2025). Burnout before and during COVID: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 48 698 trainees. Medical Education, online(11), 1-16. Scopus1 WoS3 Europe PMC2 |
| 2025 | Klass, M., Rogers, K., Dorstyn, D., & Kneebone, I. I. (2025). Posttraumatic growth after stroke: a systematic review and meta-regression. Disability and Rehabilitation, 12 pages. |
| 2025 | Marveggio, M. D., Dorstyn, D. S., Turnbull, D., & Thirumanickam, A. (2025). Interventions to Promote Functional Capacity of Australian Children and Adolescents With Hereditary or Congenital Cognitive Disabilities: A Scoping Review. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 38(5), 19 pages. |
| 2025 | Morrison, A., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2025). Insomnia in spinal cord injury: A meta-analysis of observational studies. Sleep Medicine Reviews, 84, 7 pages. |
| 2025 | Benson, J., Prentice, S., Elliott, T., & Dorstyn, D. (2025). Risk factors for burnout in Australian general practice registrars: A qualitative study. Australian Journal of General Practice, 54(11), 778-783. WoS1 |
| 2025 | Prideaux, N., Dorstyn, D., Haslam, B., & Oxlad, M. (2025). Mind-body therapies for people with pain after stroke: physiotherapists’ and educators’ perceptions about the role/scope of physiotherapy and barriers and enablers to use. European Journal of Physiotherapy, 15 pages. Scopus1 WoS1 |
| 2025 | Prideaux, N., Dorstyn, D., Haslam, B., & Oxlad, M. (2025). Stroke survivors’ perceptions and experiences of physiotherapists providing mind-body therapies for pain management after stroke: a qualitative interview study. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 10 pages. |
| 2025 | Edwards, G., Dorstyn, D., & Oxlad, M. (2025). Examining the relationship between health literacy and eHealth literacy in adult populations: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Health Promotion International, 40(6), 12 pages. |
| 2025 | O’Donnell, L. M. C., Dorstyn, D. S., & Barclay, L. (2025). Loneliness in spinal cord injury: A systematic review and comparison with the general population. Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 11 pages. |
| 2025 | Prideaux, N., Oxlad, M., Dorstyn, D., & Haslam, B. (2025). A scoping review of mind-body therapies for people with persistent pain after stroke. Disability and Rehabilitation, 47(15), 3809-3821. Scopus4 WoS4 Europe PMC1 |
| 2024 | Prior, E., Dorstyn, D., Taylor, A., & Rose, A. (2024). Attrition in psychological mHealth interventions for young people: a meta-analysis. Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science, 9(4), 639-651. Scopus4 |
| 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. Scopus8 WoS9 |
| 2024 | 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. Scopus1 WoS1 Europe PMC1 |
| 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. Scopus2 WoS2 Europe PMC1 |
| 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, 12(1), 16 pages. Scopus1 WoS2 |
| 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. Scopus4 WoS5 |
| 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, 49(3), 442-460. Scopus1 |
| 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. Scopus1 WoS1 |
| 2024 | Osborn, A. J., Roberts, R. M., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2024). Information Needs of Australian Families Living with Craniosynostosis: A Qualitative Study.. Cleft Palate Craniofac J, 63(2), 10556656241298813. Scopus1 WoS1 Europe PMC1 |
| 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, 55(1), 43-58. Scopus6 WoS6 Europe PMC3 |
| 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. Scopus19 WoS18 Europe PMC10 |
| 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. Scopus1 WoS1 |
| 2023 | Prentice, S., Elliott, T., Benson, J., & Dorstyn, D. -S. (2023). Burnout and wellbeing in the Australian general practice training context: Stakeholder-informed guidelines. Australian Journal of General Practice, 52(3), 127-132. Scopus1 WoS3 |
| 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. Scopus8 WoS9 Europe PMC7 |
| 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. Scopus5 WoS6 Europe PMC5 |
| 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. Scopus27 WoS27 Europe PMC23 |
| 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. Scopus9 WoS10 Europe PMC8 |
| 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. |
| 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. WoS3 |
| 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. Scopus12 Europe PMC7 |
| 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. Scopus4 WoS8 Europe PMC1 |
| 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. Scopus8 WoS7 |
| 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. Scopus7 WoS7 Europe PMC5 |
| 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. Scopus8 WoS4 Europe PMC5 |
| 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. Scopus4 WoS3 |
| 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. 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. Scopus3 |
| 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. Scopus1 WoS1 |
| 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. Scopus5 WoS4 |
| 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. Scopus29 WoS30 Europe PMC22 |
| 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. Scopus23 WoS22 Europe PMC14 |
| 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. Scopus8 WoS5 Europe PMC2 |
| 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. Scopus61 WoS59 |
| 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. Scopus46 WoS49 Europe PMC30 |
| 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. Scopus64 WoS64 Europe PMC56 |
| 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. Scopus4 WoS4 Europe PMC4 |
| 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. Scopus108 WoS98 Europe PMC92 |
| 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. Scopus108 WoS98 Europe PMC92 |
| 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. Scopus586 WoS549 Europe PMC353 |
| 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. Scopus83 WoS84 Europe PMC68 |
| 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. Scopus13 WoS11 Europe PMC13 |
| 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. Scopus7 WoS6 Europe PMC5 |
| 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. Scopus13 WoS13 |
| 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. Scopus47 WoS48 Europe PMC44 |
| 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. Scopus6 WoS7 |
| 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. Scopus25 WoS26 |
| 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. Scopus13 WoS10 Europe PMC8 |
| 2019 | Li, W., Dorstyn, D., & Jarmon, E. (2019). Identifying suicide risk among college students: A systematic review. Death Studies, 44(7), 450-458. Scopus83 WoS84 Europe PMC57 |
| 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. Scopus10 WoS11 Europe PMC10 |
| 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. Scopus22 WoS23 Europe PMC17 |
| 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. Scopus79 WoS68 Europe PMC48 |
| 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. Scopus19 WoS18 Europe PMC9 |
| 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. Scopus3 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. Scopus17 WoS13 Europe PMC13 |
| 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. Scopus11 WoS7 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. Scopus211 WoS186 Europe PMC121 |
| 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. Scopus3 WoS8 Europe PMC10 |
| 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. Scopus93 WoS91 Europe PMC70 |
| 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. Scopus12 WoS10 Europe PMC8 |
| 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. Scopus30 WoS26 Europe PMC18 |
| 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. Scopus9 WoS9 |
| 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. Scopus49 WoS51 Europe PMC35 |
| 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. 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. Scopus25 WoS22 Europe PMC15 |
| 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. WoS11 |
| 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. Scopus74 WoS68 Europe PMC46 |
| 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. Scopus9 WoS10 Europe PMC7 |
| 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. Scopus3 WoS3 Europe PMC3 |
| 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. Scopus31 WoS27 |
| 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. Scopus21 WoS18 |
| 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. Scopus13 WoS11 Europe PMC8 |
| 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. Scopus7 WoS4 |
| 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. Scopus6 WoS5 Europe PMC5 |
| 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. Scopus45 WoS39 Europe PMC29 |
| 2016 | Tran, J., Dorstyn, D., & Burke, A. (2016). Psychosocial aspects of spinal cord injury pain: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(9), 640-648. Scopus39 WoS33 Europe PMC23 |
| 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. Scopus30 WoS29 |
| 2016 | Le, J., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Anxiety prevalence following spinal cord injury: A meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 54(8), 570-578. Scopus95 WoS89 Europe PMC73 |
| 2016 | Bowker, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2016). Hypnotherapy for disability-related pain: A meta-analysis. Journal of Health Psychology, 21(4), 526-539. Scopus10 WoS9 Europe PMC8 |
| 2015 | Black, R., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). A biopsychosocial model of resilience for multiple sclerosis. Journal of Health Psychology, 20(11), 1434-1444. Scopus71 WoS65 Europe PMC46 |
| 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. Scopus12 WoS11 Europe PMC11 |
| 2015 | Bolton, A., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Telepsychology for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A systematic review. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 21(5), 254-267. Scopus63 WoS56 Europe PMC47 |
| 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. Scopus26 WoS18 Europe PMC15 |
| 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. Scopus43 WoS39 Europe PMC26 |
| 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. 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. Scopus34 WoS32 |
| 2015 | Foran, A., Millar, E., & Dorstyn, D. (2015). Patient satisfaction with a hospital-based neuropsychology service. Australian Health Review, 40(4), 447-452. Scopus13 WoS14 Europe PMC6 |
| 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. |
| 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 WoS19 Europe PMC15 |
| 2014 | Hayter, M., & Dorstyn, D. S. (2014). Resilience, self-esteem and self-compassion in adults with spina bifida. Spinal Cord, 52(2), 167-171. Scopus58 WoS55 Europe PMC40 |
| 2014 | Kent, M., & Dorstyn, D. (2014). Psychological variables associated with employment following spinal cord injury: a meta-analysis. Spinal Cord, 52(10), 722-728. Scopus21 WoS20 Europe PMC15 |
| 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. Scopus58 WoS54 |
| 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. 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. Scopus25 WoS21 Europe PMC18 |
| 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. Scopus53 WoS47 Europe PMC39 |
| 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. Scopus102 WoS95 Europe PMC65 |
| 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. Scopus23 WoS19 Europe PMC18 |
| 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. Scopus40 WoS36 Europe PMC24 |
| 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. Scopus67 WoS63 Europe PMC49 |
| 2010 | Dorstyn, D., Mathias, J., & Denson, L. (2010). Psychological intervention during spinal rehabilitation: a preliminary study. Spinal Cord, 48(10), 756-761. Scopus26 WoS22 Europe PMC17 |
| 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. Scopus62 WoS57 Europe PMC45 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | MS Society Telehealth Outreach Program | Multiple Sclerosis Society of SA and NT, Dorstyn D, Foran A, Roberts R, Fragkoudi A | Country SA PHN | 384,271 |
| 2024 | Development of psychosocial support needs for families living with craniofacial conditions | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D | Craniofacial Australia | 93,887 |
| 2022 | Continuation of sagittal stenosis project | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D | 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, Fedoric B (WorkGain), Roberts T (WorkGain) | Lifetime Support Authority of South Australia | 120,100 |
| 2020 | SCI Research Collaboration Grant | Dorstyn D, Roberts R, Chur-Hansen A, Fraser W (Paraquad SA), Kuberek S (Paraquad SA) | Spinal Research Institute | 2,000 |
| 2020 | Sagittal synostosis project | Roberts R, Osborn A, Dorstyn D | 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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 | 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 | 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 | Dept. of Social Services | 167,106 |
Program Coordination
Senior Graduate Research Coordinator, School of Psychology
Course Coordination
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYC 5046, 5043)
Research Project in Clinical Psychology I and II (PSYC 6000, PSYC 6035)
Teaching
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYC 5046, PSYC 5043)
Professional Practice (PSYC 5041)
Master of Psychology (Clinical) Placement I, II, III (PSYC 5904, PSYC 6916, PSYC 6917)
| Date | Role | Research Topic | Program | Degree Type | Student Load | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Co-Supervisor | Psychopathology & Mental Health Difficulties in People With Epilepsy | Doctor of Philosophy | Doctorate | Full Time | Mr Chris Chang |
| 2025 | Co-Supervisor | Using Virtual Reality to induce positive affect and explore the impact on wellbeing and anhedonia. | Doctor of Philosophy | Doctorate | Full Time | Mr Elliot Howard |
| 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 Georgie 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 | Full Time | Ms Nicole Prideaux |
| 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 | Dr 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 |
| Date | Role | Committee | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 - 2024 | Member | APS Rehabilitation Psychology Interest Group | Australian Psychological Society | Australia |
| 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 |
| 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 - 2025 | Royal Australasian College of Physicians | Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine | Health services and related | Australia |
| 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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