In this he investigates from a social-ecological approach the complex interplay of promoting, protective and risk factors for the mental health of young adults.
He is also active in several international projects in the field of health promotion. These projects range from care optimization and increased patient autonomy (TICC) to social inclusion of vulnerable populations through peer-to-peer methodology (ENSURE). The aforementioned projects are based on pilot studies to compare diverse cultural contexts and enable optimal implementation leading to sustainable health improvement.
Coaching and mentoring students gives Sybren a lot of energy. He incorporates the latest findings from research into teaching and gives students a taste of practice by working on projects for real clients.
He completed his master's degree in Health Education and Promotion at Maastricht University. Prior to his master's, he graduated as a Sports Expert at HZ University Of Applied Sciences in 2017. He has a great passion for sports and also worked as a (medical) fitness instructor for several years.
Projects

Underwater Laboratory
Behind the research facility of NIOZ in Yerseke lie 12 concrete basins that are flooded during high…

TICC
Additional objectives focus on allowing people to live at home longer, improving patient…

Gezond in Zeeland
Cycling along the coast or across the vast fields of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. Walking along the beach or…

Gezonde kansen in Goes
HZ Students, commissioned by the municipality of Goes, will approach families to help them improve…

Zeeuwsbrede screening
The results give schools and policymakers the right information to start targeted work. The Zeeland…

Inflow of elderly (75+) in the emergency room
Study of factors affecting the likelihood of an elderly person entering the emergency room. The…

Inflow of adults (18-67 years) toward the sGGZ
A study that examines factors that influence the likelihood of a person entering the sGGZ. The…

Prevention Agreement Middelburg
The municipality of Middelburg has turned the National Prevention Agreement into a local plan. This…

ENSURE
In Ensure, HZ University of Applied Sciences and other knowledge institutions are investigating…