Mr Abdulmalik Yemi Olaosebikan
Overview
Abdulmalik Yemi Olaosebikan is a dedicated researcher and postgraduate student at Â鶹Íø, where he is exploring critical intersections of ethnicity, health service utilisation, and mental health outcomes among unpaid family caregivers in Wales. Currently pursuing a PhD in this area, his work employs a mixed-methods approach to uncover culturally specific barriers and systemic gaps. Previously, he completed an MSc in Clinical and Health Psychology, focusing on the role of perceived ability to care and social support in managing stress among informal caregivers. He also teaches as a graduate instructor for a research methods module, further showcasing his dedication to academic development and mentorship.
Recognised for his scholarly achievements, Abdulmalik has been awarded the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (2023/2024) and the WGSSS-ESRC DTP Studentship (2024 Cohort). Through his affiliation with the School of Psychology and Sport Science, he contributes to both academic research and practical solutions in caregiving and mental health.
Qualifications
- PhD: Ethnic Variations in Health and Social Service Use and Mental Health Outcomes of Unpaid Family Caregivers in Wales
2024–2028 - MSc: Understanding Perceived Stress in Informal Caregiving: The Role of Perceived Ability to Care and Satisfaction with Social Support
2023–2024
Research Interests
My research interests lie in the intersection of ethnicity, health service utilisation, and mental health outcomes among unpaid family caregivers in Wales. Specifically, I aim to investigate how ethnic background shapes access to and use of health and social services, as well as the subsequent psychological impact on caregivers. Through a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative analysis of service utilisation patterns with qualitative insights into culturally specific barriers, this research seeks to address gaps in current understanding. The findings aim to inform policy and practice, fostering equitable, culturally sensitive support systems that better meet the needs of diverse caregiving populations.