Hartwig Paul

Hartwig Paul is a psychiatrist and senior researcher at the Centre for Research and Education in Forensic Psychiatry, University Hospital, Oslo, Norway. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Oslo and holds a PhD. He serves on the editorial board of the journal Psychology and Law, reflecting his interdisciplinary engagement between psychiatry and legal systems.

Research Interests: His work centers on forensic psychiatry, particularly violence risk assessment in acute and post-discharge psychiatric settings. He has developed and validated the V-RISK-10 tool, a brief screening instrument for predicting violent behavior. His research spans the intersection of mental health and criminal justice, including deinstitutionalization trends (Penrose's Law), ADHD and criminality, and ethical implications of neuroscience in legal responsibility.

Publication Trends: His recent publications show a consistent focus on risk assessment models, validation of clinical tools, and commentary on policy and ethical challenges in forensic psychiatry. The research is primarily applied, aiming to improve clinical decision-making and public safety.

• Scientific Contributions:
• Developer of V-RISK-10
• Editorial board member, Psychology and Law
• Author of book chapters on forensic psychiatry and security psychiatry
• Contributor to national and international discourse on mental health policy

Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, his collaborative research with scholars like Stål Bjørkly and Ellen Kjelsberg suggests mentorship and team leadership roles. Specific grant information is not mentioned, but his publication record in peer-reviewed journals indicates successful research funding.

Labs and Teams: He is part of the Centre for Research and Education in Forensic Psychiatry, a multidisciplinary team focused on improving forensic psychiatric care, education, and policy in Norway.