Vidar Sandsaunet Ulset

Vidar Sandsaunet Ulset is an Associate Professor at the Department of Teacher Education and Outdoor Studies (Norwegian School of Sport Sciences). He holds a PhD in Developmental Psychology (University of Oslo, 2020) and specializes in Clinical Community Psychology.

• PhD in Developmental Psychology, University of Oslo (2020)
• Specialization in Clinical Community Psychology (2019)
• Professional Program in Clinical Psychology, University of Oslo (2012)

His research focuses on environmental influences on mental health and development in children and youth, particularly outdoor exposure, light exposure, and nature contact. He has extensively studied COVID-19 pandemic impacts on adolescent mental health and social development.

Recent publications examine green space utilization during pandemics, inclusion in physical activity, shyness networks, and environmental determinants of cognitive development. His work spans developmental psychology, public health, and educational science.

• Co-founder of Neighborhood Health AS, IVF FIT AS, and Lysne Health AS
• Current teaching: Developmental Science, Methodology, and Inclusion in Education
• Member of research group Development in Context (DECO)