Mikhail Georgievich Debolsky

Mikhail Georgievich Debolsky is a Professor at the Department of Legal Psychology and Law within the Faculty of Legal Psychology at Moscow City University of Psychology and Education (MGPPU). He holds a Candidate of Psychological Sciences degree and is an Honorary member of the Society of Psychologists of Law Enforcement Agencies. His research focuses on legal psychology, penitentiary systems, and criminal justice, with notable contributions to understanding psychological services in penal institutions, recidivism prevention, and youth attitudes toward substance use. He serves on the editorial board of the journal "Psychology and Law".

• Education: Candidate of Psychological Sciences
• Key Affiliations: Member of the editorial board of "Psychology and Law"

Debolsky's research interests include the psychological aspects of penal systems, rehabilitation strategies for offenders, and the mental health of incarcerated individuals. His work explores topics such as suicide prevention in prisons, risk assessment for early release, and comparative analyses of conditional release policies. He has also examined youth attitudes toward drugs and the societal representations of substance abuse.

His scientific awards include the prestigious 'Golden Psyche' national psychological competition (2009) and recognition as an Honorary member of a prominent psychologists' society.

Debolsky’s publications span journals like "Psychology and Law", "National Psychological Journal", and conference proceedings on legal psychology. His work emphasizes practical applications of psychological research to improve penitentiary systems and legal frameworks.