Prof Veronica Melody Dwarika

Overview

Prof Dwarika is a registered Educational Psychologist. Working within a social constructivist framework, Prof Dwarika, recognises the value of the interdependence of social and individual processes in the co-construction of knowledge. She embraces a teaching philosophy that has both traditional and avant-garde roots, and fundamentally emboldens students’ pre-existing knowledge and abilities, to involve them in a critical look at the world in which they live. Research: Areas of research focus on trauma and resilience, school violence, and positive behaviour support, as well as therapeutic interventions for children, parents, and communities. Community engagement: Prof Dwarika is involved in local projects to enhance the delivery of psychological therapy and support in disadvantaged communities. She oversees clinical supervision of student educational psychologists within various school and community sites ORCiD | Google Scholar | ResearchGate