Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies
Finland
fellow
Iuliia Pavlova
Home institution
Ivan Bobersky Lviv State University of Physical Culture
Country of origin (home institution)
Ukraine
Discipline(s)
Health Sciences
Theme(s)
Behavior & Cognition
Health
Peace & conflict
Fellowship dates
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Biography
Iuliia Pavlova is a Ukrainian health scientist and Full Professor at Ivan Boberskyj Lviv State University of Physical Culture. Her work explores trauma, resilience, mental and physical health, public health policy, with a focus on displaced and war-affected populations. She applies cross-cultural and biobehavioral approaches to investigate psychological adaptation in high-risk environments. A frequent collaborator in international consortia, she has published extensively on mental health, subjective well-being, and posttraumatic stress. She is affiliated with several international scientific networks on digital mental health, physical literacy, and psychosocial support for youth.
Research Project
Health, Well-being, and Psychological Adaptation of Children and Youth during the Russia-Ukraine War
The aim of Iuliia Pavlova’s project is to investigate the experiences of children and young people affected by the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war and to assess the short- and long-term consequences of these experiences. It seeks to identify key factors that support adaptability and resilience, while also mapping the profiles of population groups that require additional attention and support. By examining psychological, behavioral, and biobehavioral processes that influence health and well-being, the research will contribute to a deeper understanding of how individuals and communities respond to prolonged adversity. The findings will inform evidence-based policies and practical strategies to support recovery, promote resilience, and sustain health in life-threatening and chronically stressful environments. A particular focus will be placed on mechanisms that protect and promote well-being at both individual and collective levels, including strategies that can be mobilized by families, communities, and state institutions. Ultimately, this work aims to contribute to the broader vision of rebuilding a peaceful, healthy, and flourishing society for Ukraine’s future generations.
Research Interests:
Wellbeing, health and mental health in high-risk environments, physical activity