Josep Castillo

Josep Castillo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and Speech Therapy at the Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sports Sciences, Universitat Ramon Llull. He is an active member of the Grup de Recerca de Parella i Família (Research Group on Couple and Family), contributing to multiple national and European-funded research projects on family dynamics, mental health, and gender-based issues.

His research interests span Psychological Distress, Mental Health, Attachment Theory, Coping Behavior, Gender Roles, Family Violence, and Sexuality Education. His work integrates psychoanalytic and systemic perspectives, particularly in family therapy contexts. He has published extensively on attachment, narrative psychology, and the psychological impact of gender-based violence.

His recent publications (2023–2025) show a strong focus on gender equality training, pornography’s role in gender-based violence, and the psychological well-being of women in familial and couple roles. These works reflect interdisciplinary engagement across psychology, education, and public health, with methodological diversity including systematic reviews, theoretical analyses, and intervention evaluations.

Scientific Awards:

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Josep Castillo actively supervises and collaborates on research projects but no specific students are listed. He participates in significant research initiatives such as CONSENT and Fathers' Rock, funded by the European Commission, indicating strong external collaboration and grant acquisition. His advising role is evident through co-supervision in research teams.

Labs and Research Teams:

• Grup de Recerca de Parella i Família (GRPF): A core research group focused on couple and family dynamics, attachment, and mental health.
• Collaborates on multiple externally funded projects involving interdisciplinary teams across Europe.