Dr. Therese Nordin

Biography

Therese Nordin's research focuses on social participation and togetherness among older adults within the context of home care. As an Assistant Professor in the Section of Occupational Therapy at Umeå University, she is actively involved in the STAY-IN-TOUCH research project. Her work emphasizes the importance of meaningful activities that are subjectively significant to individuals, particularly the elderly. Nordin employs a relational understanding of human activity, with a transactional perspective that recognizes the influence of contextual factors on actions. She enjoys utilizing co-creative methods to translate research findings into direct contact with the communities affected. Nordin is particularly interested in critical approaches to understanding how language and imagery can shape perceptions of the world, affecting the social participation of individuals, especially seniors. Her research aims to produce knowledge that can influence structures facilitating social participation among the elderly, thus promoting their ability to live fulfilling lives within their communities.

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