OUR MISSION
Our mission is twofold: to amplify the reach of vital research in the field of systemic psychotherapy and to offer responsible, accessible, meaningful academic insight that informs, enables, and empowers families to navigate the digital world safely and effectively.
Emphasising qualitative methods, we seek to foster a reciprocal relationship with the populations included in our research, ensuring that our findings are not only insightful but also meaningful and beneficial to them. By bringing often unheard voices to the forefront, we seek to uncover rich, nuanced insights into their experiences, driving positive change in understanding the digital world's influence on family life.
ABOUT US
Founded with the support of a Marie Skłodowska-Curie research grant awarded to Dr. Marina Everri in 2015, AdoDigitFam was established to investigate the profound impact of digital media and technology on family dynamics and adolescent development.
Recognising the transformative nature of the network society, our lab focuses on the intersection of technology and systemic psychotherapy to enhance understanding and improve well-being.
Dr. Marina Everri is a social psychologist and systemic psychotherapist with extensive experience in adolescent development and family dynamics. Her research focuses on the impact of digital technologies on children’s mental health and well-being, utilising innovative approaches like digital ethnography and virtual reality. With expertise in digital technologies and their impact on mental health, Dr. Everri has collaborated with institutions such as the London School of Economics and the University of Parma. She also contributes to various educational and social services as a psychological and psychotherapeutic professional and lecturer/assistant professor at University College Dublin.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
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Family relations
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Child mental health
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Digital technologies
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Interpersonal communication
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Qualitative methology
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Digital/video ethnography
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Psychotherapy
Dr Mattia Messena
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PhD Candidate / Research Fellow
Mattia Messina holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Parma and a specialisation in Forensic Psychology from IPP Brescia. Currently a Clinical Psychology PhD candidate at University College Dublin, Mattia's research focuses on the impact of digital technologies on interpersonal relationships and well-being, particularly for children and adolescents. He also works as a Research Officer for CyberSafeKids, addressing online safety issues.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
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Digital technologies and interpersonal relationships
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Online safety and protection practices
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Child and adolescent well-being
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Research methodologies in psychology
Sevyn Smith
(They/Them)
Research Officer
Sevyn Smith holds a joint Bachelor’s Degree in Honours Kinesiology and Honours Psychology. Currently a Prof. MSc in Systemic Psychotherapy, School of Medicine, candidate at University College Dublin, Sevyn’s research will focus on…
RESEARCH INTERESTS
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Trauma (complex, existential, interpersonal, intergenerational)
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Interpersonal relationships and communication
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Mental health and well-being
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Intersectionality
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Qualitative and discursive methodology
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Trauma-informed care practices
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Psychotherapeutic interventions
Elisa Allman
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Research Officer
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