Renske Bouman

Renske Bouman is an active researcher at the University of Groningen's School of Medical Sciences, Department of Psychiatry, specializing in geriatric mental health interventions. Her work focuses on innovative therapeutic approaches for older adults with personality disorders.

Her primary research interests include:

• Geriatric psychiatry and personality disorders in aging populations
• Integration of schema therapy with psychomotor techniques
• Treatment efficacy for Cluster B and C personality disorders in elderly patients
• Impact of personality functioning on mental wellbeing in older adults

Recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward multimodal interventions combining group schema therapy with psychomotor components, specifically tailored for older adults with personality disorders. Her work frequently examines treatment adaptations during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluates outcomes against standard treatment protocols.

Bouman actively collaborates with major Dutch psychiatric research groups, particularly with University Medical Center Groningen researchers including van Dijk, van den Brink, and Oude Voshaar. Her projects typically involve multicenter trials across Dutch healthcare institutions, focusing on practical implementation of novel therapeutic models for geriatric personality disorders.