We believe in the power of ideas for good to make a difference in the world. Sentinel was founded on the principle of open science, sharing knowledge to improve outcomes for those affected by trauma.
Through partnerships with leading academic and healthcare
institutions, including the University of Strathclyde and NHS
organisations, we combine innovation with evidence to
deliver trusted, effective solutions.
Our Evidence Base brings together the research, insights, and
discoveries that drive our mission to protect and promote
psychological wellbeing across high-stress professions
and sectors.
Sentinel: A Co-created Digital Intervention to Support Trauma-Informed Mental Health for First Responders
Scientific Posters
08.12.2025
This poster presents the development of Sentinel as a co-created digital intervention designed to help first responders manage trauma exposure, strengthen psychological resilience and access support through personalised digital pathways.
Co-creation and Expert Evaluation of a Trauma Conversation Simulator
Scientific Posters
08.12.2025
Cogan, N., O’Hara, R., Turan, H., MacKay, E., Terzis, S., Kirk, A., Hodgson, W., Whittaker, S., Orr, D., MacIntyre, D., Graham, P., De Kock, H., Irvine Fitzpatrick, L., Rasmussen, S., & Rodriguez, C. G. (2025). Co-creation and expert evaluation of a trauma conversation simulator. Poster presented at Innovations in Psychology and Mental Health, Glasgow.
What Have We Learned About What Works in Sustaining Mental Health Care and Support Services During a Pandemic? Transferable Insights from the COVID-19 Response Within the NHS Scottish Context
08.12.2025
Cogan, N., McNulty, M., McLaughlin, P., et al. (2022). What have we learned about what works in sustaining mental health care and support services during a pandemic? Transferable insights from the COVID-19 response within the NHS Scottish context. International Journal of Mental Health.
Designing Digital Mental Health Support for Paramedics Exposed to Trauma: Qualitative Study of Lived Experiences and Design Preferences
08.12.2025
Cogan N, Whittaker S, Craig A, Milligan L, McCluskey R, Burns T, Kirk A, Rasmussen S, Hodgson W. Designing Digital Mental Health Support for Paramedics Exposed to Trauma: Qualitative Study of Lived Experiences and Design Preferences. JMIR Hum Factors. 2025;12:e76158.
I’ve got no PPE to protect my mind’: understanding the needs and experiences of first responders exposed to trauma in the workplace
08.12.2025
Cogan, N., Craig, A., Milligan, L., et al. (2024). “I’ve got no PPE to protect my mind”: understanding the needs and experiences of first responders exposed to trauma in the workplace. European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 15(1), Article 2395113.
ENACT study: What has helped health and social care workers maintain their mental well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Research Papers
08.12.2025
Cogаn, N., Wilson, C., Jones, N., O’Connor, R. C., et al. (2025). Exploring the needs, experiences and access to support for health and social care workers during COVID-19: The ENACT Study. Health & Social Care in the Community.