Carlo Schuengel

Prof. Carlo Schuengel is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, with affiliations to LEARN! (Child rearing) and APH (Mental Health). He holds a PhD in Social Sciences (Leiden University, 1997) and a Master's in Educational Sciences (Leiden University, 1992). His research focuses on family relationships, mental health resilience, and interventions for at-risk parents and caregivers, grounded in attachment theory. He has supervised 39 PhD theses and received notable awards, including the Bowlby-Ainsworth Senior Award (2019) and APS Fellowship (2017).

Key projects include longitudinal studies like Generations² and grants totaling millions in funding (e.g., NWO SSH-OC-Large, NWA DigAble). His work addresses intellectual disabilities, child development, and innovative care approaches, such as reducing restrictive measures in long-term care. He serves on editorial boards and advisory committees, including the Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability and the Journal of Child Psychology & Psychiatry.

Recent research highlights include studies on secure attachment's impact on child development, digital social contact for disabled populations, and burnout among parents of children with complex needs. His contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing health equity and quality education.