Overview

Melinda Csima has earned her Ph.D. degree in the field of educational sciences. Her doctoral dissertation focused on investigating the impact of health behaviour and sense of coherence on the quality of life of adolescent high school students. Following the completion of her doctoral degree, she shifted her focus towards gaining a nuanced understanding of the components of health literacy, as well as uncovering the health status and health behaviours of various professional groups. Her scientific activities and publications predominantly address issues at the intersection of educational science and medical-health science, thus endorsing an interdisciplinary approach in her research endeavours. Post-PhD, she actively participated in research initiatives that expanded her knowledge base and provided a solid foundation for designing and leading research methodologies.

Research keywords:
health behavior, health literacy, health promotion, early childhood, health status, mental health

Publications


Projects

Project no. 1.: RESEARCH PROGRAMME FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT OF THE HUNGARIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES: MTA-MATE Early childhood research group: Supporting a smooth transition to school through comprehensive preschool programs grounded in health and environmental education

Supporting a successful transition to school relies heavily on comprehensive preschool programs grounded in health and environmental education. Preschool programs play a pivotal role in fostering a smooth transition to formal education by providing children with a broad range of knowledge and skills essential for academic success and healthy lifestyle habits.

https://nevelestudomany.uni-mate.hu/mta-mate-kora-gyermekkor-kutatocsoport-fontosabb-linkek 

Dr. Melinda Csima
Institute of Education
Campus address: H-7400 Kaposvár, Guba Sándor str. 40.
petone.csima.melinda@uni-mate.hu
petone.csima.melinda@uni-mate.hu

MTMT: 6639032
Scopus: 57195508408