Dr. Kristina Berglund

Professor

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Biography

Kristina Berglund is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg in the Department of Psychology. She specializes in addiction psychology, focusing on the interplay between personality, developmental psychology, and mental health, particularly in the context of substance use and its prevention. With a PhD in Psychology obtained in 2009, her prominent research areas include harmful use, addiction, and treatment outcomes. Berglund serves as the Director of the Centre for Education Research in Addiction and leads the interdisciplinary research network NADAL, dedicated to preventing alcohol and drug issues in working life. Her teaching involves courses at both undergraduate and advanced levels, guiding students' research at the bachelor's, master's, and advanced master's tiers. Her extensive research portfolio covers alcohol and drug use, gambling, and the complexities of treatment outcomes, emphasizing the biopsychosocial aspects of addiction. Berglund's current projects explore alcohol prevention in various contexts and involve collaborations with notable institutions, including Stockholm University and Lund University. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and contributed to cutting-edge knowledge in addiction treatment and preventive strategies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Full-time senior lecturer and researcher in the Department of Psychology, specializing in addiction and preventive measures.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).