Reinhard Lindner

Reinhard Lindner is a specialist in neurology, psychiatry, and psychotherapy, currently affiliated with the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf. He serves as the head of the Therapy Center for Suicidal Persons (TZS), focusing on understanding and addressing suicidality, particularly in older adults. His work also extends to the Albertinen-Haus Medical-Geriatric Clinic in Hamburg, where he contributes within the framework of a research fellowship from the Robert Bosch Foundation.

Research Interests: Dr. Lindner specializes in the complex interplay between aging, bodily limitations, and suicidal behavior. His studies emphasize interpersonal conflicts in later life, the role of physical changes in self-perception, and societal perceptions of elderly suicide. He advocates for empathetic, patient-centered approaches to identify underlying triggers of suicidality rather than imposing solutions.

Scientific Awards:

• Robert Bosch Foundation Geriatrics Research Fellowship

Clinical and Academic Roles:

• Specialist Physician in Neurology and Psychiatry
• Specialist in Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy
• Leadership role at the Therapy Center for Suicidal Persons (TZS)