Simona Lackner

Simona Lackner, a multidisciplinary researcher and ambassador for REmO, emphasizes the pressing mental health issues in academia and the challenges of work-life balance. She shares insights on why academics struggle to switch off, revealing the long-term health risks involved. Joined by clinical psychologist Desiree Dickerson, they discuss institutional shortcomings and the need for systemic change. Exploring strategies for establishing a supportive academic culture, Lackner advocates for well-being practices that empower researchers to thrive personally and professionally.