Helle Rønn Smidt

Helle Rønn Smidt is a lecturer at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, affiliated with the Department of Health and Care Sciences. She specializes in Norwegian psychomotor physiotherapy, focusing on body/mind relationships, mental health, and patient autonomy.

• UiT The Arctic University of Norway
• Department of Health and Care Sciences

Research Interests:
Her work explores chronic illness management, particularly for Parkinson's disease patients, and addresses identity, motivation, and healthcare service provision gaps. She contributes to cross-country qualitative studies examining community-based disease management strategies and family caregiver roles.

Recent Research Trends:
Her 2023 publications focus on Scandinavian and international perspectives in Parkinson's disease care, emphasizing qualitative methodologies and patient-family partnerships in community settings.

Research Group Affiliation:
Member of the Healthcare Professional Practice research group.