The Division of Psychology
Psychology is the science of the thoughts, emotions and behaviors of human beings and how these different components fits together and interacts with each other. Here at the Division of Psychology, we're conducting both research and education within this field. We also frequently organise seminars.
In memory of Arne Öhman
In memory of Arne Öhman
Our friend, mentor of many and former head senior professor of psychology Arne Öhman (born 1943) died on March 19, 2020. Arne was an internationally leading researcher in experimental emotion psychology and psychopathology. Many at the department knew Arne well when he was head of the department during the years 2001 to 2004. He also co-founded the psychology program at KI 2007
Sleepiness can have a negative impact on your social life
Sleepiness can have a negative impact on your social life
Being socially active generally increases your chances of getting a good night’s sleep. But if you are active late into the evening, it reduces the number of hours you sleep – and can also affect your social life.
4,303,000 SEK from AFA Insurance
Anna Finnes is awarded 4,303,000 SEK to develop a treatment model that takes into account the complexity of mental illness where the goal is to both reduce symptoms and promote return to work.
5,875,000 SEK for new research on work environment and health
Rikard Wicksell, at Karolinska Institutet, is awarded 5,875,000 SEK by AFA insurance to increase the availability of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT.
Effects of Internet CBT for health anxiety on par with face-to-face treatment
Effects of Internet CBT for health anxiety on par with face-to-face treatment
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have compared two ways of delivering cognitive behavioral therapy to treat people with health anxiety, a condition that may increase in the wake of COVID-19.
Dissertations - Division of Psychology
Dissertations - Division of Psychology
Here we list the latest dissertations that have taken place at the division of psychology.