Lena Henriksen

Lena Henriksen is a Professor at OsloMet's Faculty of Health Sciences within the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, serving as Head of Studies. Her work focuses on public health, maternal and child health, and violence prevention, particularly in clinical and community settings. She leads research projects addressing child maltreatment detection in primary care and domestic violence during pregnancy, collaborating internationally on culturally adapted interventions.

Key research areas include midwifery sciences, community medicine, and social medicine. Her studies often integrate qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate healthcare practices and policy impacts. Notable projects include developing the Nepalese Abuse Assessment Screen (N-AAS) and investigating umbilical cord blood analysis' neurodevelopmental implications.

Publications span maternal health, child protection, and provider well-being, emphasizing Nordic and global health contexts. She actively disseminates findings through peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Sexual & Reproductive HealthCare, BMC Primary Care) and policy-oriented platforms. No formal awards are listed, but her contributions shape clinical guidelines in Norway and beyond.

Lena collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across universities and healthcare institutions, contributing to OsloMet's midwifery and nursing programs. Her work bridges academic research and practical healthcare solutions, advocating for trauma-informed care and equitable maternal health services.