55 search results for “autism” in the Staff website
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Autism with borders
Autistic people have problems communicating their borders towards the non-autistic community and often do not feel respected. To not only change daily life for autistic people, but also the scientific community from within Carolien Rieffe (Developmental Psychology) addresses this issue in her research…
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Annemieke van Drenth
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
j.m.l.van.drenth@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Fact or fiction: people with autism never make eye contact
There's a myth that people with autism avoid eye contact in conversations. This can come across as indifferent. Unjustified, stresses Jiayin Zhao, who is doing her PhD research on the socio-emotional development of children with autism. 'That people with autism don't care is anything but true.'
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Fact or fiction: people with autism are not social
Half the world's population is introverted and comes home drained after an evening of drinks. Their social battery is empty. 'People with autism have a similar experience, but much more intense,' says Boya Li, who researches emotional regulation in children with autism and hearing impairment. Does this…
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Yung-Ting Tsou wins Poster Prize at Dutch National Autisme Congres 2022
Developmental psychologist Yung-Ting Tsou's research is part of the Breaking the Cycle project. This project of the Focus on Emotions lab at Leiden University uses sensor technology to capture children’s social networks and dynamics during school breaks. Congratulations, Yung-Ting, with the wonderful…
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Autism and loneliness at school: ‘I always have to stifle my feelings’
Echoing corridors, chaotic lessons and the obligatory chit-chat in the playground: for pupils with autism, an average day at school is exhausting. As a result, many of them feel lonely. Elijah, an expert from personal experience, says: ‘In the breaks, I’d sit on my own in a room.’
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Maretha de Jonge
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
m.v.de.jonge@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 3186
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Wouter Staal
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
w.g.staal@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 8843
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Frederiek Halbertsma
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
f.a.halbertsma@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 5341
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Petra Barneveld
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
p.s.barneveld@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 3869
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Overstimulated? Artist pictures her brain with cacophony of colours
'With this artwork, I want to give the audience a glance into my overstimulated brain and that of other people with autism', says Jasmijn den Hoed. The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences is exhibiting her artwork 'Overstimulated' in the restaurant near the blue wall during Autism Week 25 March…
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Alexa Schrickel
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
a.schrickel@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Bianca Boyer
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
b.e.boyer@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Yvette Dijkxhoorn
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
dijkx@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 3822
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Szilvia Biro
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
sbiro@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 4815
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Sophie van Rijn
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
srijn@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Leo de Sonneville
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
l.m.j.de.sonneville@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Yung-Ting Tsou
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
y.tsou@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Rachel O'Connor
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
r.a.oconnor@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | 071 5272727
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Projects 2022-2023
In 2022-2023 eight (teams of) teachers received a Grassroots or Grass shoots grant. Here you can read about their projects.
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Evert Scholte
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
e.m.scholte@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Carolien Rieffe
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
crieffe@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 3674
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Hanna Swaab
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
hswaab@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 4060
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Boya Li
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
b.li@fsw.leidenuniv.nl | +31 71 527 2727
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Psychology Connected over gender differences: 'More research done on extraterrestrial life than the female body'
In medical and psychological sciences, little research has been specifically conducted on women. Hormonal fluctuations were considered too intricate. Yes, research into sex and gender differences is complex, acknowledge neuroscientists Ellen de Bruijn and Lara Wierenga, but that’s precisely why it's…
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What happens on the schoolyard? Sensors on clothing reveal painful patterns
Wat gebeurt er op het schoolplein? Sensoren op kleding openbaren pijnlijke patronen
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Autistic children develop social-emotional skills with other children
Autistic children have indeed potential: most of their emotional abilities improve with age, concludes developmental psychologist Boya Li in her research on the emotional development of autistic children. Promotion on 10 November 2021.
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Nutrition and fasting for the brain: why the Keto diet shows promise
Autism, Alzheimer’s, and bipolar disorder: can the development of these mental health conditions be influenced by the ketogenic diet? Increasingly, research suggests it might. 'For those it helps, it can be life-changing,' says neuroscientist Eline Dekeyster.
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High school students get a taste of psychology: 'Later I'll become a neuroscientist'
How does loneliness work? What sometimes makes friendships complicated for autistic people? And why can the school building be such an unpleasant place for some pupils? Pupils explored this during their pre-university classes. 'I now have a good idea of what studying psychology entails.'
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Neurodiversity Platform: creating an inclusive workplace
The new Neurodiversity Platform supports staff who need better working conditions because they have ADHD or autism, for instance. Stefan de Jong, who is organising the Platform’s first online meeting on 15 November, tells us about the initiative. Register now if you’re interested.
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Get to know the new Faculty Council of Archaeology
Organisation
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Come to the Neurodiversity Symposium on 23 November (in Dutch)
Social
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Professional Development Exchange Hub: what courses are on offer?
Education, Organisation, Research
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ew research: Sleep plays key role in predicting suicidal thoughts
A restless night aggravates symptoms in those experiencing suicidal thoughts, as psychologists Liia Kivelä and Niki Antypa have found in their study on the short-term risk factors of suicide. They argue that targeting sleep could thus be essential for suicide prevention.
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Psychology Connected on inequality: 'More diversity in research? Then also recruit participants differently'
In our collective journey to bridge social, economic, and cultural inequality in society, we must al play a part, says Wilco van Dijk. Unfortunately, notes Carolien Rieffe, minority groups are often not included in this 'we.' This became a focal point of discussion during the fifth Psychology Connected…
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Rethinking sex in neuroscience of mental health
Even though it is generally known that Autism and ADHD are more common in men, and depression or anxiety disorders are more common among women, it is still not well understood if, how and when sex differences impact neurodiversity and mental health. To better understand this complex issue, 25 international…
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Are the brains of males different from those of females? Psychologists produce a podcast on brain research and mental health
Women are more often diagnosed with depression, whereas ADHD is much more frequently detected in men. And there are other more striking differences. What role does the brain play in mental health and what is the influence of the environment? For answers to these questions, listen to the ‘(Un)gendered…
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Carolien Rieffe honoured with a NWO grant for research project on loneliness
'Building 4 Belonging' is the title of Carolien Rieffe's honoured NWO proposal for research on loneliness. Psychologist Rieffe is especially proud of her super strong team. 'It is truly multidiciplinary research with a non-conventional approach.'
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Mosaic 2.0 scholarship for Rüya Akdağ
Rüya Akdağ is part of a research team with the aim of further studying social anxiety. The Leiden psychologist receives the grant for her doctoral research on the role of emotions and cognition in the emergence and occurrence of social anxiety in adolescents.
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Student dean Romke Biagioni: ‘I like it when people are different’
Student dean Romke Biagioni is committed to help students have an easygoing and pleasant time during their studies. She assists students with disabilities, looks for solutions to problems such as housing issues and counsels students with social or financial problems. For MSc student Computer Science…
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‘Media appearances are less scary than you might think’: Researchers share their top tips
As a researcher, it can be fun and useful to talk to the media about your work. But on what terms should you agree to do an interview or appear on a talk show? And how do you tell an engaging story? The Media Guide for Researchers is here to help. Three colleagues share their top tips.
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Video series: Collaboration with China in daily practice
What are the benefits for us of collaboration with Chinese partners? What sparks off Leiden researchers' interest in collaborating with colleagues in China? Leiden University shows in three short films what joint projects are like.
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LIBC Colloquium
Lecture
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European Grant for Mariska Kret's Virtual Reality emotion training tool
Teaching people to recognize subtle, real-world expressions will help them understand and trust others better. The aim of Mariska Kret is to develop an interactive virtual-reality training tool (E-VIRT) for a broad group of users, including patients. Kret provides a brief description of her idea for…
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Who are the winners of the Psychology Prizes of 2023?
Psychology teacher of the year is Marc Molendijk. The Master Thesis Awards are for Kim Houwaart and Linda Bomm. Hans van Lennep wins the PhD Publication Prize; Nina Komrij wins the PhD Wild Card: Societal Impact. The Support & Management staff Prize is for the whole Psychology Institute Office and Remond…
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Student Support FSW
Education
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Exhibition Maps: navigation and manipulation
Are maps objective or do they convey hidden messages that you would miss at first glance? A map is always a simplification of reality. Mapmakers reduce, distort and select. This allows the reader to be guided literally and figuratively. Leiden University Libraries (UBL) and the Museum Volkenkunde jointly…
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Meet the student candidates for the Faculty Council Archaeology 2024-2025
Organisation
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Psychology Lab on Wheels with serious game for recognising emotions
Festival, Citizen Science
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Food for Thought: Health and Wellbeing in a Healthy Society - Youth
Lecture, Food for Thought