Erik Søndenaa

Erik Søndenaa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mental Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on intellectual disabilities, forensic psychiatry, and autism spectrum disorders, particularly their intersections with criminal justice and healthcare policy.

• Current roles: Associate Professor at NTNU
• Key research areas: Intellectual Disabilities, Forensic Psychiatry, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychotropic Medication, Healthcare Policy
• Email: erik.sondenaa@ntnu.no

His academic work spans psychotropic medication use in adults with ID, coercion in care settings, and legal protection for vulnerable populations in criminal proceedings. Recent publications address food-related coercion, neurodevelopmental impairments in forensic reports, and sexual knowledge assessment tools for ID populations.

• Recent article themes: Coercion, Legal Competence, Healthcare Access, Criminal Justice
• Collaborations: Monica Røstad, Richard Whittington, Erlend Pedersen, Odd Morten Mjøen, Stian Thoresen