Per Normann Andersen

Professor Per Normann Andersen is affiliated with the University of Inland Norway under the Faculty of Education and Department of Psychology. His research focuses on cognitive development, executive functions, and mental health in neurodivergent youth, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Tourette’s Syndrome.

Key research areas include

• Longitudinal studies tracking developmental trajectories from childhood to emerging adulthood
• Psychosocial interventions to improve quality of life and functional outcomes
• Analysis of ADHD medication patterns and their long-term effects
• Integration of technology (e.g., humanoid robots) in educational settings

His recent publications highlight trends in

• Neurodevelopmental disorder comorbidities (anxiety, depression, substance use)
• Executive function as a predictor of mental health outcomes
• Quality of life in neurodivergent populations
• Resilience factors in vulnerable youth (e.g., refugees)

Andersen collaborates extensively with researchers like Stian Orm, Ingrid Nesdal Fossum, and Erik Winther Skogli, contributing to longitudinal projects such as the LINEUP Study. He teaches courses on child and adolescent mental health, neurobiological developmental disorders, and cognitive psychology.