Jennifer Bray & Teresa Atkinson - Reflecting on challenging situations when conducting research

Jennifer Bray & Teresa Atkinson - Reflecting on challenging situations when conducting research

Jennifer Bray narrates her & Dr Teresa Atkinson's blog written for Dementia Researcher.

Jennifer & Teresa reflect on the unexpected hurdles they faced while evaluating a new staff role in a housing scheme. From construction delays and staff resignations to illness and data collection issues, their blog highlights the reality of conducting research in real-world settings. They share how flexibility, preparation, good communication, and strong relationships helped them overcome setbacks and still deliver a successful project—packed with valuable insights for fellow researchers.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-reflecting-on-challenging-situations-when-conducting-research/

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Jennifer Bray is a Research Assistant at the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies. Her work focuses on improving quality of life for people affected by dementia, with recent projects on environmental design and carer support.

Dr Teresa Atkinson is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies. Her work focuses on improving quality of life for people living with dementia and those who support them, drawing on over 20 years of qualitative research experience.

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Enjoy listening? We're always looking for new bloggers, drop us a line. http://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk

This podcast is brought to you in association with Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia, who we thank for their ongoing support.

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