Dr Fay Julal Cnossen Ph.D., C.Psychol., AFBPsS, SFHEA

• BA (Hons) Psychology (Lancaster University)
• MSc Psychological Research Methods (Lancaster University)
• PhD Psychology (University of Southampton)
• PGCLT (HE) (Southampton Solent University)

Dr Fay Julal Cnossen completed her BA (Hons) and MSc at Lancaster University, where she first became interested in adult attachment theory. She went on to complete a PhD examining attachment and caregiving in young adulthood under the supervision of Dr Katherine Carnelley in the Centre of Self and Identity, University of Southampton. Dr Julal Cnossen is an executive member of the UK Attachment Network (UKAN; UK Attachment Network | Relationship Science).

Introduction to Social and Differential Psychology

Research Reviews in Psychology

Developing Skills

Dr Fay Julal Cnossen’s research is informed by adult attachment theory. She is interested in how attachment orientations (e.g., within parent – adult-child and adult-adult (e.g., romantic) relationships) affect intra- and interpersonal outcomes.  Dr Julal Cnossen is also interested in the implications of change in attachment networks over time. Related to her teaching-focused position, Dr Julal Cnossen conducts research into students’ problem-coping and support-seeking, in particular their use of social support networks and student support services.