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Jasmin Wertz is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in child behavioral and emotional problems, life-course development, and gene-environment interplay. She integrates theories from developmental science, psychopathology, and behavior genetics in her research and teaching.
- Vordiplom Psychology - Humboldt University Berlin
- Diplom Psychology - Bielefeld University
- MSc Neuroscience - King's College London
- PhD Developmental Psychopathology - King's College London
Her research focuses on biosocial causes of child behavioral issues, parenting effects, and genetic pathways influencing educational and health outcomes. She employs longitudinal and twin studies to explore causal mechanisms, including social isolation, family environment, and non-cognitive skills.
Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends in behavioral genetics, childhood adversity, and educational attainment. Key themes include ADHD, twin-difference analysis, and life-course implications of parenting and social environments.
Jasmin Wertz supervises PhD students Yuhui Liu and Lijie Zeng. Her work bridges developmental psychopathology with broader societal outcomes, emphasizing genetically sensitive methodologies.
