Didier Courbet
About Didier Courbet
Didier Courbet is a professor and researcher specializing in psychology and communication, currently serving at Aix-Marseille Université and the French Ministry of Health. His research addresses mental health issues and the impact of screens on young populations.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Didier Courbet has been a professor and researcher at Aix-Marseille Université since 2008. Over his 16 years in this role, he has contributed significantly to the academic community, focusing on the fields of communication and psychology. His work encompasses both teaching and research, allowing him to influence the next generation of scholars in these disciplines.
Current Role at the Ministry of Health
Since 2019, Didier Courbet has served as Chargé de Mission de Santé Publique at the Ministère des solidarités et de la santé in Paris. In this position, he focuses on public health initiatives, leveraging his expertise to contribute to national health strategies. His role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to address health concerns within the population.
Education and Expertise
Didier Courbet has an extensive educational background in psychology and communication. He achieved his Doctorat de Sciences de l'Information et de la Communication from Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 in 1997. Additionally, he holds multiple degrees from Université de Lorraine, including a Licence de Psychologie and a Maitrise in Sciences de la Communication. His qualifications also include a Titre/Diplôme d'Etat de Psychologue from Université Paris Nanterre.
Research Focus and Contributions
Didier Courbet's research primarily addresses mental health issues, including anxiety and stress, as well as physical health concerns such as obesity in young populations. He investigates the impact of screens, including social media and the internet, on the mental and physical health of children and adolescents. His work informs public health strategies and academic discourse in these areas.
International Academic Involvement
Didier Courbet has international academic experience as an associate professor at Université Laval in Quebec, Canada, since 2015. His nearly decade-long involvement in this institution highlights his commitment to global academic collaboration and the sharing of knowledge in the fields of psychology and communication.