Dr. Arlene Astell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Arlene Astell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. She specializes in geriatric psychiatry, focusing on the impact of dementia on communication, relationships, and social interaction. Astell is dedicated to developing interventions that support individuals living with dementia, aiming to improve their quality of life and mental health as they age. Her research explores the effective use of technology to mitigate cognitive impairments associated with aging and to enhance the daily experiences of individuals facing these challenges. With affiliations as a Full Professor at the Centre for Assistive Technology and Connected Healthcare at the University of Sheffield and an Honorary Professor at the School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of St. Andrews, Astell's work bridges academic research and practical application.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology