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Frauke Claes is an Education & Research Assistant and PhD candidate at the Institute for Family and Sexuality Studies (IFSS) within the Department of Neurosciences at KU Leuven. She conducts doctoral research under Prof. Dr. Paul Enzlin focusing on dementia's impact on partner relationships, specifically intimate and sexual dimensions, aiming to capture perspectives of all involved parties.
Her academic qualifications include:
- Bachelor in Clinical and Health Psychology, KU Leuven (2017)
- Master of Science in Human Sexuality Studies, KU Leuven (2019)
Her research integrates clinical psychology with sexuality studies, examining how chronic illness and dementia disrupt relational intimacy. This work builds on her Master's thesis about chronic illness's effects on sexual dynamics in partnerships, reflecting her commitment to understanding vulnerable relationship contexts through empirical investigation.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- Magna Cum Laude distinction for her Master's degree in Human Sexuality Studies (2019)
During her pre-PhD career, Claes applied her expertise as a sexologist and case manager at Sint-Kamillus psychiatric hospital. At IFSS, she contributes to both research initiatives and educational programs while advancing her doctoral work, which seeks to inform clinical practices for couples navigating dementia-related relational challenges.
