Personal Statement
Liz has worked in the field of health and social policy research for the last twenty-five years. Following her PhD she worked at Policy Studies Institute, London, where she was involved in designing and managing a large-scale survey of individuals and families funded by the ESRC. She was appointed as the William Rathbone VI Chair of Community Nursing Research in 2004. Latterly, she has focused on undertaking qualitative studies using non-participant observation, in-depth interviews and documentary analysis. Professor Perkins works mainly in interdisciplinary research teams. Decision-making, either by professionals or patients, is a theme which runs through much of her research. She is currently undertaking research in the field of mental health, particularly focusing on forensic and community services. She is also a member of the People and Animals and their Health (PATHS) group. Liz is currently the Named Person for Research Integrity at the University of Liverpool.

Liz would love to hear from anyone interested in undertaking a PhD in the field of mental health and decision-making.

Research Overview
Liz Perkins is currently undertaking research on self-harm/suicide in children and adults. She is also supporting research on mental health in prisons. She is also currently undertaking research with the University's Veterinary School focusing on public health type interventions with animals.