Dimitra V Katsarou
Biographic Data
| ID | 5071206 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Dimitra V Katsarou |
| GIVEN NAMES | Dimitra V |
| FAMILY NAME | Katsarou |
| SIGNATURE | KATSAROU D V |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of the Aegean |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-8690-0314 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 9 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 9 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Sensory-Rich Play and Language Development in Children with Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities
This study examined the association between sensory-rich messy play and language development in children with Down syndrome (DS) and children with intellectual disabilities of unknown etiology (IDUE). Drawing on Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory and the framework of embodied cognition, the study investigated whether different play contexts are differentially associated with expressive and receptive language outcomes across developmental populations…
The Impact of ADHD on Children’s Language Development
The importance of early diagnosis and implementation of holistic, individualized interventions targeting the language, executive, and social difficulties manifested by children with ADHD is considered influential in addressing the barriers to improving language skills as effectively as possible
Perceptions of primary and secondary school principals on the support, educational forms and methods of gifted students in Greece
Principals' perceptions of the education of gifted students play an important role, as teachers are those who mainly influence gifted students. Since there are no studies concerning principals' views on primary and secondary education in Greece, it is crucial to investigate the factors influencing these students' education. The aim of the present study was to explore principals' opinions on primary and secondary education regarding the support of…
Scales for rating the behavioral characteristics of superior students
The Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students (SRBCSS; Renzulli et al., 2010) are notable for incorporating teachers’ informed evaluations in identifying gifted students. Teachers’ close interactions with students enable them to make meaningful judgments, and the SRBCSS provides a structured method to guide and strengthen their nominations. The aim of the present study was to gain insight into the psychometric properti…
Exploring AI Technology in Grammar Performance Testing for Children with Learning Disabilities
The study explores the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing grammar challenges among children with learning disabilities, aiming to assess the efficacy of an AI-driven tool for personalized interventions. A sample of 100 children aged 8–12, diagnosed with learning disabilities, was recruited from special education programs. Participants were divided into an experimental group (n = 50), which used an AI-based grammar assessmen…
Digital Stress Scale (DSC)
(1) Background: The integration of digital technologies such as electronic health records (EHRs), telepsychiatry, and communication platforms has transformed the mental health sector a lot compared to in previous years. While these tools enhance service delivery, they also introduce unique stressors. Despite growing concerns, there is no validated instrument specifically designed to measure the digital stress experienced by mental health professi…
The Impact of Outdoor in Nature Mindfulness on the Mental Well-being of Children and Adolescents. A Mental Health and Cross-cultural Approach
Background: Mindfulness, originating from ancient meditation practices, has garnered substantial scientific interest in recent decades due to its potential to enhance various aspects of well-being. The rise of scientific interest in mindfulness has led to the development of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and other mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), which have demonstrated positive effects on stress reduction, emotional regulation,…
Investigation of Sexual Education Programs for Adolescents With Autism and the Role of Parents in Providing Support
Background: Sexual education of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex challenge, as the lack of specialized programs limits effective learning. Adolescents with ASD have difficulty understanding abstract concepts such as consent, personal boundaries and safety, which increases the risk of exploitation. Objective: This study seeks to examine the experiences and challenges parents face in providing sexuality education to thei…
Self-Assessment of Health Professionals’ Cultural Competence
Current research often refers to cultural competence to improve health care delivery. In addition, it focuses on the cultural uniqueness of each health service user for optimal personalized care. This study aimed to collect self-assessment data from health professionals regarding their cultural competence and to identify their development needs. A mixed methods design was adopted using the Cultural Competence Self-assessment Checklist of the Cent…
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Self-Assessment of Health Professionals’ Cultural Competence
Current research often refers to cultural competence to improve health care delivery. In addition, it focuses on the cultural uniqueness of each health service user for optimal personalized care. This study aimed to collect self-assessment data from health professionals regarding their cultural competence and to identify their development needs. A mixed methods design was adopted using the Cultural Competence Self-assessment Checklist of the Cent…
The Impact of Outdoor in Nature Mindfulness on the Mental Well-being of Children and Adolescents. A Mental Health and Cross-cultural Approach
Background: Mindfulness, originating from ancient meditation practices, has garnered substantial scientific interest in recent decades due to its potential to enhance various aspects of well-being. The rise of scientific interest in mindfulness has led to the development of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and other mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), which have demonstrated positive effects on stress reduction, emotional regulation,…
Investigation of Sexual Education Programs for Adolescents With Autism and the Role of Parents in Providing Support
Background: Sexual education of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex challenge, as the lack of specialized programs limits effective learning. Adolescents with ASD have difficulty understanding abstract concepts such as consent, personal boundaries and safety, which increases the risk of exploitation. Objective: This study seeks to examine the experiences and challenges parents face in providing sexuality education to thei…
Scales for rating the behavioral characteristics of superior students
The Scales for Rating the Behavioral Characteristics of Superior Students (SRBCSS; Renzulli et al., 2010) are notable for incorporating teachers’ informed evaluations in identifying gifted students. Teachers’ close interactions with students enable them to make meaningful judgments, and the SRBCSS provides a structured method to guide and strengthen their nominations. The aim of the present study was to gain insight into the psychometric properti…
Exploring AI Technology in Grammar Performance Testing for Children with Learning Disabilities
The study explores the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing grammar challenges among children with learning disabilities, aiming to assess the efficacy of an AI-driven tool for personalized interventions. A sample of 100 children aged 8–12, diagnosed with learning disabilities, was recruited from special education programs. Participants were divided into an experimental group (n = 50), which used an AI-based grammar assessmen…
Digital Stress Scale (DSC)
(1) Background: The integration of digital technologies such as electronic health records (EHRs), telepsychiatry, and communication platforms has transformed the mental health sector a lot compared to in previous years. While these tools enhance service delivery, they also introduce unique stressors. Despite growing concerns, there is no validated instrument specifically designed to measure the digital stress experienced by mental health professi…
Sensory-Rich Play and Language Development in Children with Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities
This study examined the association between sensory-rich messy play and language development in children with Down syndrome (DS) and children with intellectual disabilities of unknown etiology (IDUE). Drawing on Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory and the framework of embodied cognition, the study investigated whether different play contexts are differentially associated with expressive and receptive language outcomes across developmental populations…
The Impact of ADHD on Children’s Language Development
The importance of early diagnosis and implementation of holistic, individualized interventions targeting the language, executive, and social difficulties manifested by children with ADHD is considered influential in addressing the barriers to improving language skills as effectively as possible
Perceptions of primary and secondary school principals on the support, educational forms and methods of gifted students in Greece
Principals' perceptions of the education of gifted students play an important role, as teachers are those who mainly influence gifted students. Since there are no studies concerning principals' views on primary and secondary education in Greece, it is crucial to investigate the factors influencing these students' education. The aim of the present study was to explore principals' opinions on primary and secondary education regarding the support of…
Psychology (5 works) · Clinical Psychology (3 works) · Autism Spectrum Disorder Research (2 works) · Computer Science (2 works) · Developmental psychology (2 works) · Education, Achievement, and Giftedness (2 works) · Language acquisition (2 works) · Language development (2 works) · Psychiatry (2 works) · Psychological intervention (2 works)