Ingunn Øyre

Ingunn Øyre is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Stavanger, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Department of Social Sciences. She is actively contributing to research and teaching in the field of child welfare and foster care.

Her research focuses on social work practices, particularly within family and child protection systems. Her work explores the lived experiences of individuals growing up in foster families, especially those involving siblings with challenging behaviors. This area reflects a deep engagement with emotional, behavioral, and relational dynamics in vulnerable family settings.

The available publication indicates a qualitative, retrospective approach to understanding long-term impacts of foster care environments. Her research contributes to the broader fields of developmental psychology, behavioral intervention, and family-centered social services.

Scientific Contributions:

• Published in The Norwegian Child Welfare Journal on foster sibling experiences

In her academic role, she contributes to teaching and mentoring in social work education. While specific details about grants or student supervision are not available, her scholarly work supports evidence-based practices in child welfare systems. She is based in room KA A-262 at the University of Stavanger.