Dr. Szilvia Kassai - grief - Best Researcher Award

University of Szeged, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical School, Department of Behavioral Sciences - Hungary

Author Profile 

ORCID 

🌱 Early academic pursuits

Szilvia Kassai embarked on her academic journey with a passion for understanding human psychology. she earned her ph.d. in clinical psychology and addictology in 2019, specializing in addiction and recovery. her doctoral research laid the foundation for her lifelong commitment to exploring the intricate relationship between addiction, family dynamics, and personal growth. her academic achievements reflect her dedication to comprehensively addressing mental health challenges and the human experiences associated with them.

🎓 Professional endeavors

Currently serving as an assistant professor at the albert szent-györgyi medical school, university of szeged, szilvia plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of medical professionals. her teaching portfolio includes medical psychology and thanatology, where she brings an empathetic and research-driven approach to the classroom. over the past five years, she has also led collaborative research initiatives that explore the impact of addiction on families, with a particular focus on children growing up in such environments and their transition into adulthood.

🧠 Contributions and research focus

Szilvia’s research primarily utilizes person-centered qualitative methods to delve into the personal narratives of those affected by addiction. her work has uncovered critical insights into the grief recovery processes for individuals using psychoactive and synthetic substances, as well as the grieving processes of children who lose a parent struggling with addiction. her studies emphasize the significance of subjective experiences in psychotherapeutic support, illuminating the challenges faced by affected individuals. her research outcomes contribute meaningfully to understanding addiction and its psychological ramifications, fostering empathy and innovation in the field.

🏆 Accolades and recognition

Szilvia’s dedication to addiction and recovery research has earned her significant academic recognition. she has published 11 high-impact journal articles, contributing valuable knowledge to grief the fields of addiction studies and clinical psychology. with 3 authored books and a citation index of 294, her work has gained international acknowledgment, strengthening her reputation as a leading voice in qualitative psychological research.

🌍 Impact and influence

Through her pioneering studies, szilvia has brought attention to the often-overlooked familial consequences of addiction. her research provides a voice to children and families affected by grief these issues, ensuring their experiences are understood and addressed in scientific and therapeutic contexts. her commitment to shedding light on addiction-related grief and recovery processes has influenced both academic discourse and clinical practices, making a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals.

✨ Legacy and future contributions

Szilvia’s legacy lies in her ability to connect personal narratives with scientific inquiry. by bridging the gap between lived experiences and academic research, she inspires a more empathetic approach to addressing mental health challenges. her ongoing studies into the grieving processes of children who lose parents to addiction are set to further enrich the field, offering fresh perspectives and actionable insights. as an educator and researcher, her influence continues to shape both academic scholarship and the well-being of affected communities.

Notable Publications 

• Title: Folktales of Recovery – From Addiction to Becoming a Helper: Deep Structures of Life Stories Applying Propp’s Theory: A Narrative Analysis
  • Author(s): Dániel Kiss, Zsolt Horváth, Szilvia Kassai, Anna V. Gyarmathy, József Rácz
  • Journal: Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
• Title: Using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to Assess Recovery Processes: A Qualitative Analysis of Experience and Identity
  • Author(s): Szilvia Kassai
  • Journal: Book (Published by Crossref)