Welsh research institute
The Centre for Occupational and Health Psychology (COHP , Welsh : Canolfan Seicoleg Alwedigaethol ac Iechyd ) is a Cardiff University research centre founded in 1999 to conduct research into the effects of occupational factors on health and performance efficiency. In addition, the risk factors relating to ill-health are investigated and the effects of health-related behaviour and health status on cognitive performance, mood and physiological functioning examined.
The Unit is directed by Professor Andy Smith[ 1] [ 2] and research is conducted by post-doctoral fellows, research associates and post-graduate students.
Centre for Occupational & Health Psychology building, Cardiff
Centre for Occupational & Health Psychology performance testing lab
Onboard field research looking at seafarers' fatigue
Previous research projects have included:
Minor illnesses and cognition
The Psychology of the common cold
Combined effects of occupational health hazards
Method development study to assess the effect of colds on performance, perceived workload and mood
Effects of guarana and alcohol on mood and performance changes following consumption of lager
Adverse effects of night-time aircraft noise
Physiological and psychological markers for adjustment to shiftwork offshore
Noise and insomnia
Health-care evaluation and assessment of education in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome
An investigation of the effects of fibre in breakfast cereal on subjective reports of energy and mood
Aromas, cognitive performance and mood
The scale and impact of illegal drug use by workers [ 3]
Use and impact of prescribed medication on work performance
Psychological markers for adjustment to shiftwork offshore
Ethnicity, work characteristics, stress and health [ 4]
Effects of caffeine on mood, cognition and drink acceptability
Aromas and cognitive performance
Seafarer Fatigue: The Cardiff Research Programme [ 5] [ 6]
An investigation of the effects of inulin on energy, mood and cognitive function
The acute effects of inulin on subjective reports of well-being and objective measures of cognitive performance
An investigation of the effects of Yakult fermented drink on mood and cognitive function
Effects of probiotics on subjective reports of energy and mood
Evaluation of free school breakfasts initiative [ 7]
An investigation of the effects of breakfast cereals on well-being[ 8]
Prediction and reduction of car crashes
Occupational Health and Safety: culture, advice and performance
Seafarers' Fatigue: The International Perspective
Effects of chewing gum on memory and test performance
European Framework for safe, efficient and environmentally-friendly ship operations (FLAGSHIP)[ 9]
Healthy Minds at Work [ 10]
The relationship between work/working and improved health, safety and well-being
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