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Ida Kåhlin is a Senior Lecturer at Linköping University’s Department of Social and Welfare Studies (ISV), where she has taught since 2006. Her work bridges occupational therapy education, research on aging with intellectual disabilities, and advocacy as Chair of the Swedish Association of Occupational Therapists and delegate to the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
- PhD in Gerontology (2015), Linköping University
- Master’s in Occupational Therapy (2006), Linköping University
- Occupational Therapy Degree (1999), Linköping University
Kåhlin’s research focuses on participation and aging among individuals with intellectual disabilities in group housing. She emphasizes societal-level applications of occupational therapy, critiques client-centered approaches, and explores organizational cultures affecting elder care. Her recent studies address lifestyle interventions, sustainability in therapy, and residential environment impacts.
Scientific accolades include:
- Grand Debate Prize (Dagens Medicin)
- Ranked 23rd in Dagens Medicin’s 2023 'Power List'
- Ranked 43rd in Dagens Medicin’s 2018 'Power List'
Kåhlin advocates for student-centered learning, interprofessional education, and research-informed curricula. Her pedagogy integrates problem-based scenarios to foster professional identity and employability in occupational therapy students.
