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Helena Bergström is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Studies in the Department of Child and Youth Studies at Stockholm University. Her research focuses on child sexual abuse prevention in preschools, preschool policy, and the ethical dimensions of early childhood education. She leads projects funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR), including a 4.2M SEK grant on historical norms in sex education. Her work bridges theoretical analysis and practical implications for educators and policymakers.
Research Interests:
- Child protection frameworks in educational institutions
- Gender dynamics in caregiving roles
- Normative discourses around children’s privacy and sexuality
Key Contributions: Bergström’s publications analyze media portrayals of CSA cases, pedophile discourse among male preschool staff, and strategies for preventing abuse through institutional reform. Her work on parental responsibility in childhood obesity highlights societal pressures around “displaying normality.”
Grants & Projects: Leading VR-funded research on Swedish sex education history (2018–2022), examining how historical norms shape current policies.
