Magdalena Daruk

Dr. Magdalena Daruk is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychology, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. Her research bridges clinical psychology with oncology and criminology, focusing on psychosocial aspects of severe illness, forgiveness mechanisms, and occupational well-being in marginalized populations.

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• Department: Clinical Psychology
• University: John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin

Research Interests:

• Illness self-appraisal in hematological cancers
• Social support systems for pediatric cancer caregivers
• Work engagement among incarcerated populations
• Therapeutic communication dynamics
• Forgiveness processes after traumatic loss

Recent Publications (2017-2021) demonstrate interdisciplinary focus across clinical psychology, oncology, and correctional rehabilitation, with particular emphasis on psychosocial interventions and emotional processing in high-stress contexts.