Irena Boskovic

Dr. Irena Boskovic is an Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology at the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her work focuses on forensic and clinical psychology, particularly in detecting feigned symptoms, malingering, and symptom validity assessment. She develops and evaluates psychological assessment tools such as the Self-Report Symptom Inventory (SRSI) and explores cross-cultural applicability of clinical instruments. Her research addresses topics like dark tetrad traits, sexual assault responses in students, and the impact of cultural diversity on psychiatric evaluations.

Research interests span forensic assessment methodologies, psychological measurement validity, and the intersection of mental health with legal contexts. She has contributed to understanding symptom overreporting, underreporting, and the role of coaching in malingering detection. Her studies often use analog designs to simulate real-world forensic scenarios, analyzing factors influencing feigning behavior and its detection across diverse populations.

Publications highlight her expertise in legal and clinical psychology, including work on performance validity tests, cultural biases in assessment tools, and the ethical implications of psychological findings in legal proceedings. While no specific awards are listed, her extensive publication record reflects sustained academic contribution to forensic and clinical domains.