Professor Dr. Christian Bäcklund

Emeritus Professor

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Biography

Christian Bäcklund is a Postdoctoral fellow at Umeå University, specializing in the intersection of gaming disorder, emotion dysregulation, and coping mechanisms. His recent work includes research on the relationship between video game expertise and working memory and how various psychological factors mediate the effects of gaming on mental health. He is also involved in a cross-national study on remote flexible work arrangements, exploring the implications for leaders and employees. Bäcklund has published in reputable journals such as Addictive Behaviors Reports and has contributed to various collaborative research projects.

Research Interests

Coping Mechanisms Gaming Disorder Emotion Dysregulation Remote Work Mental Health

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2023-04-01 — 2027-03-31

Umeå University • Umeå

Researching gaming disorder and related psychological factors.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:2.5

IELTS

Listening

Required:5.5

Reading

Required:5.5

Writing

Required:5.5

Speaking

Required:5.5

Overall

Required:6.5

TOEFL

Writing

Required:20

Total

Required:90

PTE

Overall

Required:62

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area

Application Checklist

Bachelor's degree certificate
Transcripts of records
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
CV (certain programs)

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.