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Research & Publications
Advancing Psychological Well-Being Through Research, Clinical Practice, and Education
At Hope Psychology, research is more than an academic pursuit—it is an integral part of delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological care.
My clinical work is informed by contemporary research while my own scholarly contributions focus on psychological well-being, resilience, child and adolescent mental health, cultural perspectives, and community mental health.
This page highlights selected publications, research interests, and opportunities for collaboration.
Research Philosophy
At Hope Psychology, we believe that effective psychological care is grounded in evidence-based practice.
We are committed to integrating the latest research with clinical expertise and each person's unique experiences, values, and goals.
We believe research should not only advance knowledge but also improve lives by informin.g compassionate, culturally responsive, and meaningful care.
Research Interests
🧠 Psychological Well-being
👨👩👧 Child & Adolescent Mental Health
🌍 Cross-cultural Psychology
💙 Community Mental Health
📊 Programme Evaluation
Featured Publication 1
A Qualitative Exploration of Children’s Psychological Well-Being from a Eudaimonic Perspective in South Africa: Insights from the COVID-19 Context
Hoosen, P., Savahl, S., Adams, S., & Casas, F. (2026)
Child Indicators Research
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12187-026-10389-0
A qualitative exploration of children's psychological well-being from a eudaimonic perspective, examining children's experiences and perspectives within the South African context during the COVID-19 period.
Featured Publication 2
A Systematic Review of Children’s Psychological Well-Being from a Eudaimonic Perspective: A Narrative Synthesis
Hoosen, P., Savahl, S., Adams, S., & Casas, F. (2024)
Child Indicators Research
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12187-024-10174-x
A systematic review examining children's psychological well-being from a eudaimonic perspective and synthesising the existing literature in this area.
Featured Publication 3
The Subjective and Psychological Well-Being of Children in South Africa: A Population-Based Study
Savahl, S., Adams, S., & Hoosen, P. (2023)
Applied Research in Quality of Life
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11482-023-10187-8
A population-based study examining subjective and psychological well-being among children in South Africa.