Robert Ahm

Robert Ahm is a researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Southern Denmark's Faculty of Health Sciences, specializing in Health and Cognitive Psychology. His work focuses on developing and evaluating psychological interventions for cardiac patients with comorbid mental health conditions.

Dr. Ahm's research interests center on the intersection of mental health and cardiovascular disease, with particular expertise in internet-based psychological interventions for patients with ischemic heart disease and atrial fibrillation. His work emphasizes patient-centered design approaches and the integration of mental health care into cardiac rehabilitation programs. His fingerprint analysis reveals strong expertise in Psychological Intervention (100%), Ischemic Heart Disease (80%), Mental Health (60%), and Quality of Life (53%) research areas.

His publication record shows a consistent focus on digital mental health solutions for cardiac patients, with recent publications (2021-2025) examining therapist-assisted internet interventions for anxiety and depression in cardiovascular disease patients. His work demonstrates increasing impact, with several publications garnering significant Mendeley reader attention (up to 47 readers) and citations.

Dr. Ahm has been active in public engagement, contributing to several media discussions in Danish outlets about how psychology can address pressures in the healthcare system, particularly regarding heart patients with mental health needs. His 2023-2025 media contributions highlight the gap in psychological support for cardiac rehabilitation patients.