Einar Thorsteinsson

Professor Einar Thorsteinsson is a Professor and Head of School in the School of Psychology at the University of New England (UNE), Australia, within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. His research is centered on health psychology, with a strong emphasis on adolescent mental health, wellbeing, stress, coping, depression, and the impact of sexual orientation on health. He is a key figure in the international Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) research network and collaborates with domestic programs like the Child and Family Resilience Programs (CFRP).

• B.A., University of Iceland
• G.C.H.E., University of New England
• Ph.D., La Trobe University, Melbourne

His research interests focus on understanding the psychological and social factors influencing health, particularly in vulnerable populations like adolescents and new mothers. He investigates topics such as birth-related PTSD, bullying victimization, dietary habits, and the psychosocial experiences of cancer patients and their carers. His work often employs large-scale, cross-national datasets and meta-analytic methods.

The recent articles highlight a clear trend in his research: a deep commitment to adolescent and maternal health. His publications span from analyzing breakfast consumption and mental health in Nordic adolescents to meta-analyses on birth-related PTSD and mother-infant bonding. He also explores psychosocial challenges in oncology and interventions for bullying victims, demonstrating a broad yet cohesive focus on improving mental health outcomes.

While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his leadership role, significant grant funding (e.g., AUD259,103 for the HBSC Nordic project), and prolific publication record in high-impact journals are strong indicators of his scholarly recognition.

Professor Thorsteinsson is available as a Higher Degree Research (HDR) supervisor. His recent grants, such as the HBSC Nordic Group project on positive mental health, reflect his active research program. He leads a research agenda that addresses critical public health issues through international collaboration and rigorous methodology.

His work is closely tied to major research networks, including the international HBSC network and the Child and Family Resilience Programs (CFRP) at Manna Institute, UNE. These collaborations provide a robust platform for his research on adolescent and family wellbeing.