Mariann Iren Vigdal

Mariann Iren Vigdal is an Associate Professor at the Department of Welfare and Participation, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences. Her work focuses on social recovery in substance use disorders, qualitative research methods, and relational practices in welfare services.

• Teaches courses: Applied Social Work in the Welfare Services (SAB220), Community Work (SAB310), Bachelor's Thesis (SAB390), Practice Studies (SAVPU301), and mental health/substance use modules (TPHR501, TPHR502).
• Research emphasizes rebuilding social networks, friendship dynamics, and social belonging in long-term addiction recovery.
• Her qualitative studies bridge substance abuse, mental health, and community development.