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Eric Blaauw is a Lecturer in Addiction Sciences at Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen since 2016, with additional appointments at the Center of Expertise Healthy Aging and in Rehabilitation. He is simultaneously employed as a Forensic psychologist at VNN (Addiction care Northern Netherlands) and senior researcher since 2012. His academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to forensic psychology, addiction sciences, and mental health within criminal justice settings across multiple Dutch institutions.
Dr. Blaauw holds dual doctorates: a Doctorate in Social Sciences from Leiden University (1996) and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Groningen (1991). His extensive educational background includes specialized forensic training such as admission to the Dutch Register of Court Experts (2012), NIP recognized supervisor basic registration psychodiagnostics (2012), and completion of Pro Justitia Rapporteur Training at the NIFP (2012). His academic journey began with preparatory studies in Psychology at the University of Groningen (1986-1987) following technical education in Computer Science and Laboratory Sciences.
Dr. Blaauw's research program demonstrates remarkable consistency in addressing critical issues at the intersection of mental health and criminal justice. His work focuses on addiction treatment within forensic contexts, suicide prevention in detention settings, stalking behaviors and victimology, risk assessment of offenders, and mental health services in prisons. He has developed numerous evidence-based training programs for forensic professionals, judges, and psychologists on risk assessment instruments including HCR-20, PCL-R, and SVR-20. His research methodology combines clinical psychology with criminal justice applications, emphasizing practical implementation of scientific findings.
Analysis of his recent publication trajectory (2022-2024) reveals an intensifying focus on addiction treatment for forensic populations, family dynamics of imprisoned individuals, suicide prevention protocols, and stalking intervention strategies. His scholarly output demonstrates a clear evolution from basic forensic assessment tools toward integrated treatment approaches for complex cases involving dual diagnoses. The consistent publication rate (1-13 items annually from 2015-2024) indicates sustained research productivity with notable expansion in 2022.
- Prison Achievement Award 2022 - Recognizing innovative prison practices at Veenhuizen prison in the Netherlands
Dr. Blaauw has secured significant research funding from multiple government sources including the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Interior Affairs for projects related to suicide prevention in detention (16 months funding), risk assessment tools development, mental health in prisons, and addiction treatment protocols. His grant portfolio demonstrates expertise in translating research into practical applications within Dutch correctional facilities. He has supervised numerous doctoral candidates and research master's students throughout his career, particularly in forensic psychology and criminal justice settings.
As an active contributor to professional discourse, Dr. Blaauw serves on the editorial board of Psychiatry, Psychology and Law and has organized numerous high-impact conferences including international workshops on offender profiling with FBI experts, psychopathy symposia, and detainee care conferences. His leadership roles include chairing the Research and Development Steering Group of the Forensic Medical Society and serving on advisory committees for international forensic mental health organizations.
