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Karin Österman is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Education and Welfare Studies, Åbo Akademi University. Her research focuses on psychological and social dimensions of violence, gender studies, and human rights. She explores topics such as sexual harassment, intimate partner violence, and cultural barriers impacting mental health and political participation. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to gender equality and reduced inequalities.
Research interests include rape psychology, controlling behaviors in relationships, and the intersection of culture and gender-based violence. Notable areas of study involve Ugandan and Pakistani contexts, examining victimization patterns and societal norms influencing mental health outcomes.
Her publications (71 total) analyze violence acceptance in schools, family restrictions on female political roles in Bangladesh, and mental health impacts of domestic abuse in Pakistan. Recent work emphasizes the role of shame, fear, and social support in mitigating sexual harassment effects.
Supervised 12 academic works, including examinations like 'Delaktighet som hälsobringande nytta' in 2020. Active in interdisciplinary research collaborations, particularly in psychology and sociology.
