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Safira is an early career researcher currently working as a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Monash University Malaysia. Her research primarily involves neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on autism and ADHD, particularly in the realms of executive functions such as cognitive flexibility, socio-cognitive factors, and behavioral profiles. Safira's existing work includes cross-cultural comparisons of autistic traits between Malaysian and British general populations, and she explores components such as memory and emotion regulation within the broader autism phenotype. She has a strong interest in translational research, with applications of theoretical models and frameworks in clinical practice and education. Her teaching commitments include courses on Introduction to Psychological Inquiry and Mental Health & Wellbeing in Diverse Populations, focusing on health promotion interventions. Safira is also interested in the health impacts of neurodiverse individuals, including areas like sleep quality and exercise.
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