Katrine Røhder

Katrine Røhder is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Social Sciences, specializing in parent-infant dynamics under challenging conditions including severe maternal mental illness and infant developmental risks. Her work integrates clinical practice with research through the WARM study (Wellbeing And Resilience: Mechanisms of transmission) and focuses on translating theoretical frameworks into practical interventions.

Her educational foundation includes a PhD in Psychology (2018) and MSc in Psychology (2006) from the University of Copenhagen, complemented by clinical authorization from the Danish Social Ministry (2010). Prior to her academic career, she accumulated eight years of clinical experience (2006-2014) working directly with young children (0-6 years) and families in daycare and school settings.

Røhder's research program centers on attachment theory and developmental psychopathology, examining how parental internal representations shape infant outcomes. Key strands include perinatal adaptation in women with severe mental illness, socio-emotional development in infants at risk for cerebral palsy, and the impact of congenital disabilities on parent-child relationships. Her methodology emphasizes dyadic assessment and preventive intervention, particularly through prenatal screening tools and early parenting support systems.

Analysis of her 2024-2025 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) refinement of perinatal mental health screening protocols combining biological and psychosocial metrics; (2) investigation of developmental cascades in high-risk infant populations; and (3) validation of caregiver assessment instruments for clinical implementation. This work consistently leverages Danish healthcare infrastructure while addressing universal developmental mechanisms.

Scientific Awards:

• No formal awards documented in available sources

Her professional trajectory bridges clinical service and research leadership, evidenced by her dual role as university faculty and former researcher at Region Hovedstaden (2018-2020). While specific grant funding isn't detailed, her involvement in multi-institutional projects like the Copenhagen Daycare Project indicates sustained collaborative support. Clinical mentorship appears embedded in her departmental responsibilities though formal student listings are absent.

Røhder operates within interdisciplinary networks including the WARM study consortium and municipal health services, with emerging focus on translating research into prenatal screening protocols and caregiver training modules for Danish healthcare providers.