Zeilinger Lab
Research in health psychology
About Us
Our research focuses on health and healthcare for particularly vulnerable or marginalized populations—such as people with disabilities, the very elderly, or those in socioeconomically disadvantaged situations. We pursue a holistic approach to health that equally considers physical, psychological, and social dimensions.
Current projects address, among other things, the question of how (positive) mental health can be defined and promoted for people with intellectual disabilities. Other focal points include the development of inclusive cancer prevention concepts for people with intellectual disabilities and the psychosocial care of people with cancer. We also address healthy aging and quality of life.
Shaping research together
Our research is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a particular focus on health and well-being, gender equality, and reducing inequalities.
Current projects
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Colorectal cancer screening in people with intellectual disabilities
The objectives of the project are to identify the needs of people with ID to effectively participate and be included in an organized colorectal cancer screening program and to investigate the facilitators and barriers to participation from the perspective of people with ID and support persons.
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Selected publications
Shaping research together
Co-design of the research process
Collaboration as equals
Strengthening perspectives & self-representation
People with intellectual disabilities actively participate in every step of our research—from research question formulation to analysis. Their perspectives help shape the process.
Our research is based on mutual respect, shared decision-making, and genuine collaboration. We create space for dialogue: open, appreciative, and equal.
Our research empowers people to represent their own perspectives. This brings issues that would otherwise be overlooked to light, and everyday experiences become relevant research topics.
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