APrf Diana Dorstyn
Associate Professor
School of Psychology
College of Education, Behavioural and Social Science
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 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
| Date | Position | Institution name |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 - ongoing | 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 |
| 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 WoS2 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 WoS3 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 WoS8 |
| 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 WoS1 |
| 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, 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 WoS17 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 WoS8 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 PMC4 |
| 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 WoS20 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 WoS58 |
| 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 PMC29 |
| 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. Scopus583 WoS541 Europe PMC347 |
| 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 WoS83 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 WoS22 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. Scopus209 WoS181 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 WoS90 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 WoS25 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 WoS50 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. Scopus73 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. Scopus20 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 PMC22 |
| 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. Scopus9 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. Scopus70 WoS64 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 PMC9 |
| 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. Scopus33 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 WoS13 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. Scopus55 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 WoS94 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 WoS56 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
Postgraduate Coordinator, School of Psychology
Course Coordination
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYCHOL 7131, 7231)
Research Project in Clinical Psychology I and II (PSYCHOL 7144, 7145)
Teaching
Interviewing and Intervention (PSYCHOL 7131, 7231)
Professional Practice (PSYCHOL 7331)
Master of Psychology (Clinical) Placement I, II, III (PSYCHOL 7140, 7141, 7143)
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | Exploring the Implications and Health Outcomes associated with loneliness in Neurodivergent Adult Men | Doctor of Philosophy | Doctorate | Full Time | Mr Jack Tex Lear |
| 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 |
| 2022 | Co-Supervisor | Employing Mind-body Therapies for People with Persistent Pain Post-Stroke | Doctor of Philosophy | Doctorate | Full Time | Ms Nicole Prideaux |
| 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 - ongoing | 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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