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Silvia Salcuni is an Associate Professor at the University of Padua, specializing in Psychological Assessment, Psychotherapy Research, and E-Health applications. Her work focuses on understanding therapeutic mechanisms, mental health interventions in adolescents, and the integration of technology in clinical settings. She leads projects like the JuNEX digital behavioral activation intervention for pregnant women and Motibot, a virtual coach for diabetes patients.
Research interests include psychotherapy effectiveness, emotion regulation strategies, and the impact of digital tools in mental health care. She has pioneered initiatives such as the District Functional Unit for Adolescents and conducted studies on pandemic-related mental health challenges among healthcare workers and diabetes patients.
Her publications emphasize network analysis in psychopathology, validation of assessment tools, and mixed-methods approaches to therapeutic communication. She has contributed to cross-cultural studies on adolescent mental health and attachment theory in high-risk populations.
Key projects include the LOOK@ME network-based screening system for at-risk youth and the ERIC project evaluating eHealth interventions in diabetes management. Her work bridges clinical practice with technological innovation to address mental health disparities and improve patient outcomes.
