The Society for the Study of Addiction
The Society for the Study of Addiction
Conducting research during a pandemic
Conducting research during a pandemic
Conducting research during a pandemic
Tuesday 5th October 2021
Hear from researchers about their experiences and adaptations in conducting addiction studies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Get the buttons here!Pandemic Research: Adaptation and Resilience in Addiction Studies
What I took from doing research during covid was- I was really struck by the resilience of everyone, that everyone very quickly could just adapt to what they were doing.
How do you keep vital research going when the world is on pause? In this engaging episode of 'PhD: Addicted to Research', host Chloe Burke chats with Dr Jenny Scott, Katy Penfold, Marie Jameson, and Rebecca Dwyer about their unique experiences conducting addiction research during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each guest brings a distinct perspective on how the pandemic reshaped their work, offering a glimpse into the flexibility and creativity required in such unprecedented times.
Dr Jenny Scott kicks things off by sharing her insights on the impact of the pandemic on people using opiate substitute medications in rural areas. Her research highlights how online contact became a crucial lifeline. Marie Jameson follows with her story of navigating the challenges of moving her research on kinship families affected by parental substance misuse to an online format. Spoiler: it wasn’t always a smooth transition.
Katy Penfold dives into her qualitative research on online Gamblers Anonymous meetings during lockdown. These virtual meetings became essential for many attendees, providing much-needed support when in-person gatherings were impossible. Finally, Rebecca Dwyer talks about her study on cognitive aspects of alcohol use among undergraduates. She explains how she shifted from measuring brain activity in a lab to collecting data online, adapting her methods to keep her research on track.
This episode isn't just about the hurdles faced; it’s about the resilience and adaptability these researchers demonstrated. It’s a testament to their dedication and ingenuity in ensuring their work continued despite the pandemic's disruptions. Whether you're involved in academic research or simply curious about how science adapts in crisis, this episode offers valuable lessons on flexibility and perseverance.