Lydia is a PhD student at Edge Hill University, with her key research interests in children’s mental health and wellbeing. With a focus on the psychological mechanisms of change, Lydia is dedicated to advancing research that promotes mental health in young populations, particularly within education. Lydia’s previous work has focused on motor stereotypy behaviour in children with intellectual disabilities. Her work aims to uncover the underlying factors that influence emotional and psychological development in children, contributing to better therapeutic practices and interventions. Outside of academia, Lydia is passionate about supporting families and young people with a range of disabilities to encourage their integration within the community, further enriching the holistic approach to mental health research.