Scientific research at @ease
At @ease, we listen to young people. Not just in our talks, but outside of them too. Since the start, we’ve been working with Maastricht University and other partners to research young people’s mental well-being.
The results are used in scientific publications, allowing us to share our knowledge globally on youth, mental health, and low-threshold support.
How do we conduct research?
After a conversation at @ease, young people voluntarily fill out a questionnaire. This allows us to measure:
- Number of young people visiting @ease
- Topics they bring up
- How they found @ease
- How they feel afterwards
All answers are anonymous and used only for evaluation and research.
Why is research important?
This research helps us to:
- Easier access to mental health support
We spot the barriers and break them down, so more young people can find @ease. - To share scientific knowledge
Our results are published in international journals - To increase impact
Research helps parents, professionals, and policymakers better understand what young people need
The studies are overseen by prof. dr. Thérèse van Amelsvoort, Professor of Transitional Psychiatry at Maastricht University and co-founder of @ease. She is widely respected and internationally recognized for her work.