Martina Baránková

Martina Baránková is a researcher at the Institute of Applied Psychology, Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences, Comenius University Bratislava. She also works as a clinical psychologist at Vejtusan, a clinic for clinical psychology and psychotherapy, integrating research with clinical practice.

Research Interests: Her work centers on compassion, self-compassion, self-criticism, emotional regulation, and mental health. She investigates coping strategies during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, body image issues in women, narcissism, and the lived experience of planned homebirth. Her methodological expertise includes psychometric scale development and qualitative analysis.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2022–2024) reflect a strong focus on both quantitative and qualitative approaches in clinical and health psychology. Key themes include validation of psychological instruments (e.g., GAD-7, COPE-68), emotion-focused interventions, and mental health in helping professionals and women. Much of her work is cross-culturally relevant, particularly within Slovak populations.

Scientific Contributions: Though no formal awards are listed, her consistent publication record in peer-reviewed journals such as Frontiers in Psychology, Journal of Affective Disorders Reports, and Human Affairs demonstrates scholarly impact.

Advising and Grants: There is no available information about students she has advised or grants she has received.

Labs and Teams: No specific lab or research team is mentioned, though she collaborates closely with researchers including Júlia Halamová, Bronislava Strnádelová, and Katarína Greškovičová on multiple projects.