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Chinese Name
陳小榮
Biography
Prof. Alex Chan is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Social Work at Hong Kong Baptist University, he is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and a full member of the American Psychological Association. He is a Registered Social Worker in Hong Kong and also a recognized Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher (IMMA). His research focuses on promoting social equality and mental health for the LGBTQ community, including areas such as homosexuality, psychological well-being, MBCT intervention, aging studies, HIV/AIDS, and social inclusion/exclusion of LGBTQ+ populations.
Prof. Chan was recognized as the recipient of the "Me and Health Care Provider 2024" award, distinguishing him as the only social worker and psychologist among the winners. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his research on COVID-19 and related chronic disease was reviewed and included in the World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 database. He also collaborated with local hospitals on HIV/AIDS patient care, ageing and mental health research and worked to expand IAPT interventions to enhance mental health support for ageing HIV/AIDS patients in Hong Kong.Prof. Chan is now a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health and the Royal Society of Medicine.
Editorial Roles:
Deputy Editor: Journal of the International AIDS Society (JIAS) (Wiley);
Subject Editor (psychology): Social Sciences & Humanities Open (Elsevier);
Associate Editor: Journal of Public Health Research (Sage);
Associate Editor: Journal of Community Psychology (Wiley);
Editor: PLOS ONE;
Editorial Review Board: Journal of Primary Care & Community Health (Sage);
Editorial Board: Journal of Medicine, Surgery, and Public Health (Elsevier);
Associate Editor: Journal of Public Health Research (Sage);
Associate Editor: Journal of Community Psychology (Wiley);
Editor: PLOS ONE;
Editorial Review Board: Journal of Primary Care & Community Health (Sage);
Editorial Board: Journal of Medicine, Surgery, and Public Health (Elsevier);
BMC Public Health (Springer nature);
Qualitative Research in Medicine & Healthcare (Elsevier);
BMC Psychology (Springer nature);
Psychology & Sexuality (Taylor & Francis);
Discover Psychology (Springer nature);
Guest Editor: Discover Social Science and Health (Springer nature)
Research Collection (Open):
Innovative Approaches, Strategic Directions, and Interventions for People Living with HIV (Discover Social Science and Health -Springer nature);
Cross-Journal Series on LGBTQIA+ Healthcare - Primary Care and Community Settings (Journal of Primary Care & Community Health- Sage)
Qualitative Research in Medicine & Healthcare (Elsevier);
BMC Psychology (Springer nature);
Psychology & Sexuality (Taylor & Francis);
Discover Psychology (Springer nature);
Guest Editor: Discover Social Science and Health (Springer nature)
Research Collection (Open):
Innovative Approaches, Strategic Directions, and Interventions for People Living with HIV (Discover Social Science and Health -Springer nature);
Cross-Journal Series on LGBTQIA+ Healthcare - Primary Care and Community Settings (Journal of Primary Care & Community Health- Sage)
Research Interests
- Psychological Well Being
- Healthy Ageing
- LGBTQ health
- Homosexility
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Master, MSW, The University of Hong Kong
Keywords
- H Social Sciences (General)
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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The Preparedness and Perception of Self-Recovery and the Association of Mental Health Outcomes Among PLHIV Patients in Hong Kong Research Project
CHAN, A. S. W. (PI), Stanton, A. M. (CoI) & Tan, R. K. J. (CoI)
1/09/25 → 31/08/27
Project: Research project
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Anti-Drug Elite Adventure-Based Training Program
CHAN, A. S. W. (CoI)
9/09/24 → 8/09/25
Project: Research project
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Assessing the Impact of Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) on Quality of Life and Mental Health: A Randomized Controlled Trial for People Living With HIV in Hong Kong
CHAN, A. S. W. (CoI)
1/07/24 → 30/06/26
Project: Research project
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A Study on Development and Utilization of an Electronic Sex Diary to Measure HIV Behavioral Risk in Hong Kong
CHAN, A. S. W. (CoI)
1/04/23 → 31/01/26
Project: Research project
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Transition to Healthy Ageing”- LUTS/BPH Education and Awareness Project.
CHAN, A. S. W. (CoI)
16/03/22 → 15/09/23
Project: Research project
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A scoping review of mental health and health care interventions for people living with HIV in Asia: implications for healthy ageing during crises
Chan, A. S. W., Tan, R. K. J., Asiamah, N., Wong, F. & Mo, P. K. H., 1 Jan 2027, Morbidity Prevention in Aging: The Role of Salutogenesis Amidst Crises. Asiamah, N., Khan, H., Nesser, W. & Alvarez, E. (eds.). 1st ed. ElsevierResearch output: Chapter in book/report/conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Preventive morbidity in aging: policy guide for the Integrated Model of Positive Aging Amidst Climate Threats
Asiamah, N., Hajek, A., Khan, H. T. A., Chan, A. S. W. & Njoekpume, H. G., 1 Jan 2027, Morbidity Prevention in Aging: The Role of Salutogenesis Amidst Crises. Asiamah, N., Khan, H. T. A., Nesser, W. & Alvarez, E. (eds.). 1st ed. ElsevierResearch output: Chapter in book/report/conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Climate anxiety among middle-aged and older city dwellers: Multi-city quantification and stratification by demographic, socioeconomic, and contextual factors
Asiamah, N., Mensah, H. K., Ansah, E. W., Eku, E., Danquah, E., Yarfi, C., Ansah, N. B., Opuni, F. F., Aidoo, I., Agyemang, S. M., Tam, H. L. & Chan, A. S. W. (Co-first author), Sept 2026, In: Cities. 176, 15 p., 107165.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › peer-review
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Does an Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Intervention Improve Psychological Distress, Loneliness, and Quality of Life among People Living with HIV in Hong Kong? Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial
Chan, A. S. W., Tan, R. K. J., Mo, P. K. H. & Yan, E., 18 Jun 2026, p. 301. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Conference abstract › peer-review
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Epidemics and Society: From the Black Death to the Present
Li, S. & Chan, A. S. W., 19 May 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Homosexuality. 4 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Prizes
Activities
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海南省旅琼哲学社会科学家联合会 (External organisation)
CHAN, A. S. W. (Committee/panel/advisory board member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council
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Hong Kong LGBT Medical Society (External organisation)
CHAN, A. S. W. (Committee/panel/advisory board member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council
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ViiV Healthcare (U.K.) (External organisation)
CHAN, A. S. W. (Committee/panel/advisory board member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council
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ViiV Healthcare (U.K.) (External organisation)
CHAN, A. S. W. (Committee/panel/advisory board member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council
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The Royal Society of Medicine (External organisation)
CHAN, A. S. W. (Associated member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council