Shauna Rohner

I am a health psychologist and researcher (Dozentin) at the Competence Centre for Mental Health, School of Health Sciences, OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (Ostschweizer Fachhochschule), in St. Gallen, Switzerland. My research interests focus on mental health, trauma, stress, and resilience, as well as the (psychological, social, biological, and environmental aspects of) health and ageing processes, and dementia. I also have experience developing, managing, and evaluating health-promotion interventions. I am particularly interested in research using a co-creation approach, emphasising collaborative and interdisciplinary exchange, and applying qualitative research methodologies. Originally from Ireland, I have worked in a number of research institutes, both in Switzerland (currently) and internationally. These positions have provided me with valuable experience in the development of research project proposals, building and managing research networks, coordinating and conducting multi-study projects, writing scientific publications and project reports, and the teaching and supervision of students and project members. My current research focuses on (the promotion and maintenance of) mental health and resilience in various populations with experiences of trauma, stress, adversity, and psychopathology. I also have a particular focus on research with older adults (and healthy ageing), and the psychosocial considerations of dementia.