Researcher

Dr Simon Clay

Keywords

trans and gender diverse people

sexuality / sexual health

alcohol and other drug treatment

opioid substitution treatment

methamphetamine

Fields of Research (FoR)

Sociology, Public health, Health and community services, Feminist and queer theory, Sociological methodology and research methods, Health policy, Health services and systems, Social determinants of health, Social theory, Applied ethics not elsewhere classified

Biography

Simon Clay's research focuses on the relationship between drug use, substance dependence treatment, and well-being, with a particular focus on risk and embodiment. Simon's work extends into the sociology of health and how public health policy is developed and enacted. They have an expertise in qualitative research methodologies, research ethics, and trauma-informed approaches to research. In addition to this, Simon has a strong interest in...view more

Simon Clay's research focuses on the relationship between drug use, substance dependence treatment, and well-being, with a particular focus on risk and embodiment. Simon's work extends into the sociology of health and how public health policy is developed and enacted. They have an expertise in qualitative research methodologies, research ethics, and trauma-informed approaches to research. In addition to this, Simon has a strong interest in gender studies, contemporary feminisms, social geographies, poststructural theory, and constructions of health and illness.