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Research Officer
Neuroscience of Addiction and Mental Health Program, Healthy Brain and Mind Research Centre, School of Behavioural & Health Sciences
Faculty of Health Science
Areas of expertise: clinical assessment; cannabis; addiction; structural and functional neuroimaging; asd
Phone: +61 03 9953 3250
Email: anastasia.paloubis@acu.edu.au
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
HDR Supervisor accreditation status: Not accredited/Not applicable
As a Research Officer, I support all research operations required for large neuroimaging studies including trials to mitigate aberrant brain integrity in addiction across our program. I completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at Monash University in 2022. My research thesis used structural neuroimaging tools to explore differences in cortical thickness in individuals diagnosed with major depressive disorder compared to healthy controls. My research interests include the effect substance use has on brain function and integrity, and the comorbid mental health outcomes associated with addiction to aid effective psychological intervention. I have clinical experience as a Behaviour Therapist for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. In this role I facilitated intensive 1:1 therapy using the scientific approach of Applied Behaviour Analysis to understand behaviour. This included implementing ABA intervention strategies such as Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Trauma Informed Practice (TIR) to children with ASD to promote client success.