Our research programme is guided by a biopsychosocial and existential understanding of illness, recognising that biological, psychological, social, and existential factors interact and shape disease development, disease trajectories, and people's lives with illness. At the same time, our research is guided by a patient-centred perspective, in which the experiences, needs, and preferences of patients and relatives are central to the development of treatment, rehabilitation, and care.
Through interdisciplinary research, INSIDE aims to advance the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of illness and to support people living with illness and their relatives in living meaningful lives and maintaining quality of life.
INSIDE conducts research on:
- The role of biopsychosocial factors in the prevention, development, treatment, and course of illness.
- Relational, social, and existential aspects of living with illness.
- The role of relatives, their support needs, and patient-relative interactions in adaptation to and management of illness.
- Patients’ and relatives’ needs, preferences, and experiences regarding information, treatment, and care.
- Psychological and behavioral interventions that support prevention, adaptation to illness, and the promotion of mental health and quality of life.
- Digital health solutions that support patients and relatives in adapting to and managing illness.
