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There are a number of people who have directly and indirectly assisted and supported me throughout the process of my thesis. I would like to thank and acknowledge my primary supervisor, Prof. Simon Kemp, whose expertise and wisdom have given me invaluable guidance through my thesis. Your enthusiasm for research and learning has been an inspiration to me both as a student and as a researcher. I have appreciated the candidness and respect that you have given me throughout this process and I am extremely grateful for all your encouragement and support. I would also like to thank my co-supervisor Dr Oleksandr (Sasha) Chernyshenko for his interest and enthusiasm about my research. Thanks to all the psychology staff and lecturers who have helped and supported me throughout the years. I would like to give my sincerest thanks to all my participants. Thank you to for your interest, time and encouragement. On a personal note, I would like to acknowledge my family and especially my parent