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The link between mental health issues and crime differs according to gender

Mental health issues and youth crime are often linked, but the nature of these links varies depending on the type of mental health problem and the gender of the individual. This is demonstrated by criminologist Linn Persson in a new doctoral thesis from...

Mindfulness

Mental health issues are on the rise worldwide, and the need for research-based initiatives to improve people’s well-being is becoming increasingly clear. At Malmö University, a centre of excellence for mindfulness studies is being developed – an open...

Student Health Services

If you are a student at Malmö university and have any questions about your health, well-being or studies, you can get help. Contact a counsellor or nurse at Student Health Services. All contact with us is free of charge and confidential. You can also join...

Inaugural lecture: Eva Elmerstig – When the longing to have children meets reality

Department of Criminology

Criminology is the study of crime. It is a multidisciplinary subject that addresses the development and causes of criminality at an individual as well as societal level, measures for its prevention and alleviation of its consequences.

Research in focus: In the classroom

Classrooms are complex and dynamic arenas for imparting knowledge and democratic values. At Malmö University, we conduct research on teaching, learning and inclusion from many perspectives, taking in issues including sustainability, language development,...

Research in focus: Elite sport, football and supporter culture

How does sport mirror society – and shape it in return? Researchers at Malmö University explore elite sport, fan culture, children’s participation in sport, and mental health. With a social science perspective, they examine football and the wider...

Focus inward to move forward: emotional intelligence training to optimize elite coaches' leadership

Studying with a disability

Students with long-term disabilities can receive support and adjustments throughout their studies. This page provides information on how to apply for support, details of the support available and contact details for Learning Support Services.