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Mari Lahti is a University Lecturer at the Research Centre for Child Psychiatry, University of Turku, Finland. Her work bridges clinical psychiatric research and public health, with a strong emphasis on mental health promotion in educational and community settings.
- Position: University Lecturer
- Institution: University of Turku
- Department: Research Centre for Child Psychiatry
- Email: melaht@utu.fi
Her research focuses on enhancing mental health literacy among school professionals, developing and evaluating e-learning tools like the ‘Well@School’ program, and improving mental health services in primary education. She also investigates patient safety in psychiatric inpatient care, including nursing practices during seclusion and restraint, and staff experiences in pediatric and mental health units.
The recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a multidisciplinary approach, combining public health, nursing, psychology, and education. Her work often involves international collaborations across Europe, particularly in projects targeting school-based mental health training and interventions for perinatal depression in low-resource settings. The studies employ diverse methodologies, including randomized trials, qualitative analysis, and systematic reviews.
While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, her consistent publication output in high-impact journals such as International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health and Perspectives in Psychiatric Care underscores her active research profile. She has contributed to both intervention development and evaluation, as well as foundational research on safety and competence in mental health care.
Mari Lahti has been involved in advising and implementing training programs for school health personnel and has collaborated on projects assessing staff satisfaction and participation in mental health education. Although specific grants are not mentioned, her involvement in multi-country studies suggests participation in funded research initiatives. She works within a collaborative research environment, notably contributing to the ‘Well@School’ project and other EU-level mental health literacy efforts.
Her research group appears to be embedded in the Research Centre for Child Psychiatry, engaging with interdisciplinary teams focused on child mental health, digital learning, and public health interventions. The center likely supports both clinical research and community outreach, providing a platform for translating evidence into practice in schools and healthcare settings.
