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Geraldina Gaastra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical & Developmental Neuropsychology at the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, University of Groningen. Her research focuses on neuropsychological aspects of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with particular interest in reward sensitivity, classroom interventions, and decision-making processes.
Dr. Gaastra's primary research interests include:
- Neuropsychology of ADHD and autism spectrum disorder
- Reward sensitivity mechanisms in ADHD
- Classroom interventions for children with ADHD symptoms
- Performance monitoring in autism spectrum disorders
- Risky decision-making in ADHD and alcohol use disorder
- Teachers' knowledge and management strategies for students with ADHD
Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on ADHD research with increasing attention to comorbid conditions and broader applications. Recent work has expanded into areas such as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on ADHD symptoms in university students and financial decision-making in individuals with cognitive impairments. Her research employs diverse methodologies including systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, and event-related potential studies, with several publications accumulating substantial citations and policy impact.
Dr. Gaastra has been actively involved in the international ADHD research community, participating in multiple World Congresses on ADHD (2014, 2015, 2023) and other relevant conferences. Her collaborative work with colleagues like Y. Groen and O. Tucha has produced influential meta-analyses on classroom interventions that have been referenced in policy documents and widely disseminated through academic channels.
