MANTRA (MeAsuring the effectiveness of TRAuma-sensitive yoga for survivors of sexual violence in adulthood)

This project is testing the effectiveness of a group trauma-sensitive yoga intervention compared to group cognitive processing therapy for survivors of sexual violence in adulthood. Click here to find out more about the MANTRA study.

Exploring the potential of physical activity for survivors of sexual violence

This project explores the benefits of physical activity to support healing and recovery for survivors of sexual violence. We aim to understand the barriers, facilitators and preferences for physical activity among adult survivors of sexual violence, as well as identifying how providers and healthcare practitioners can promote physical activity with patients and clients.

If you are a healthcare practitioner or specialist service provider who works with people who have experienced sexual violence, we invite you to take part in this project.

Music for people with lived experience of trauma and sexual violence

Music therapy is described as important by people with mental ill-health for fostering well-being, hope and meaning in their lives, all of which are considered essential for recovery. This project aims to increase the evidence around how a trauma-informed music therapy intervention might support survivors of sexual violence.

Overcoming barriers to help-seeking using online interventions

Online interventions such as websites and apps have shown strong promise for survivors of gender-based violence, including sexual violence. These tools can offer survivors a safe, private space to self-reflect, make decisions, and seek support. This project aims to test existing interactive website interventions addressing sexual violence implemented in health settings to explore whether they can be successfully embedded into routine practice.