Dr Wendy Chan

Wendy is currently serving as an Associate Lecturer in Social Care and Child Psychology within the Department of Mental Health and Social Work. In her role, she imparts knowledge and expertise across various modules, including life course development, communication skills, and social work theories.

With a rich background in psychology and a focus on children's development and neurodiversity, Wendy brings a wealth of experience to her current position. Wendy holds a Ph.D. from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, where her research concentrated on exploring the intricate relationship between parenting attitudes and behaviours and the development of delay aversion and ADHD symptoms in children.

Wendy's academic journey began with an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, majoring in Psychology, from the University of Hong Kong (HKU). She furthered her studies by completing a Master of Science in Child Development and Education Studies at the University of Oxford, honing her expertise in understanding the complexities of child development.

Prior to her current role, Wendy was trained as a frontline Educational Psychologist at the University of Hong Kong, where she worked closely with schools, parents, and students with special educational needs. Her dedication extended beyond clinical practice as she also contributed to the education sector by teaching in universities to train aspiring teachers.

Wendy's passion lies in facilitating early identification and intervention for young children. Her multifaceted background, encompassing research, clinical practice, and teaching, underscores her commitment to advancing the field of child psychology and social care. Through her work, Wendy strives to make meaningful contributions to the well-being and development of children and families.