I am a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand. I have been involved in the training of professional psychologist for thirty and my specific interest is family therapy. My research interests include the impact of emigration on families and more specifically how technology is being used to maintain relationships in transnational families. I have also explored the experiences of the Italian diaspora in South Africa. I am presently leading a project exploring the mental health impact of loadshedding ( ongoing blackouts) in South Africa