Hilde Dahl

Hilde Dahl is a Researcher at the Department of Mental Health at NTNU. Her work focuses on the history of psychiatry, criminology, and legal systems, particularly examining the intersection of mental health and criminal justice. She holds a PhD from NTNU (2018) and has conducted extensive research on historical penal systems, forensic psychiatry, and criminal sanctions in Norway.

Education:

• PhD in History of Psychiatry and Criminal Justice, NTNU, 2018
• MSc in Forensic Psychology (implied through research focus)

Research Interests:

Dr. Dahl specializes in historical analysis of psychiatric institutions, legal frameworks for criminal insanity, and the evolution of penal policies. Her work explores topics such as indefinite detention (forvaring), criminal asylums, and the role of expert testimony in legal proceedings. She has authored monographs on cases like Reitgjerdet Asylum and contributed to international studies on life imprisonment and preventive detention.

Publications Trends:

Her articles often blend historical analysis with legal and psychological perspectives, addressing themes like risk assessment, criminal responsibility, and the societal treatment of mentally ill offenders. Recent work emphasizes Norway’s unique approach to life imprisonment and its implications for global criminology.

Awards and Grants:

No specific awards are listed, but she leads projects like ULTPEN (funded by FRIPRO).

Teaching & Outreach:

Teaches PSYPRO4505 (Forensic Psychology and Expert Testimony) at NTNU and contributes to conferences, podcasts, and public lectures on forensic history and legal psychiatry. She collaborates with organizations like the Norwegian Correctional Service and the National Unit for Forensic Expertise.

Labs/Teams:

Associated with the Mental Health and Forensic Studies (MTFS) research group at NTNU. Works with international colleagues on projects like the ULTPEN study on preventive detention.