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Dr. Jeanet Ingwersen is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Teesside University, part of the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Law. She serves as Programme Leader for the MSc Psychology and MSc Applied Psychology programs and has been teaching at the university since 2008. Her academic work spans teaching, research supervision, and leadership in psychological science.
Her research interests focus on child wellbeing, particularly the influence of nutrition—specifically breakfast and glycaemic index—on cognitive performance and behavior. She also explores the impact of access to green and blue spaces on mental health in children and adults, and is actively involved in research concerning interventions and support for autistic adults. Her work extends into the psychosocial effects of cancer in individuals with autism, highlighting her interdisciplinary approach to health and wellbeing.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in nutritional psychology, developmental cognitive science, and mental health interventions. Her work bridges laboratory research with real-world applications in schools and healthcare, emphasizing translational impact. Key themes include diet-cognition relationships, neurodevelopmental conditions, and systemic mental health support.
Dr. Ingwersen supervises multiple PhD students and contributes to major research projects, including a systematic review on support for autistic adults and a study on autism and cancer survivorship. She has secured collaborative research funding and works within the Centre for Applied Psychological Science at Teesside University.
She is involved in the Centre for Applied Psychological Science's Health and Wellbeing Theme and contributes to institutional mental health initiatives. Her work with the North East England Mental Health Support Team demonstrates engagement with public health systems and policy-relevant research.
