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Terhi Helminen is a University Instructor in Welfare Sciences with expertise spanning Psychology, Neuroscience, and Human-Computer Interaction. Her work focuses on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Physiological Reactivity, often integrating Gestural Interfaces and Wearable Technology for neurodiverse populations.
Dr. Helminen’s research emphasizes social anxiety, gaze behavior, and child-computer interaction. Recent projects include developing a sock-based electrodermal activity monitor and exploring mid-air gestural interfaces for children with attention deficits. Her ORCID profile highlights collaborations with researchers like Surakka, Kylliäinen, and Hietanen.
- 2025: Mid-air gestural interaction for ADHD children
- 2024: Social anxiety and speech disfluencies in autism
- 2023: Gestural interface usability in neurodiverse groups
- 2022: Physiological monitoring in wearable textiles
Her scientific contributions include 25 research outputs and 47 activities since 2002, with recent presentations on autism early detection and parental guidance programs. She serves as a conference presenter and peer reviewer, maintaining active involvement in academic networks.
