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Scott Ronis is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick's Faculty of Arts, where he also serves as Associate Dean (Undergraduate and Curriculum). His research bridges clinical psychology, youth development, and sexual health with a systemic focus on family and community contexts.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Missouri
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology, University of Missouri
- B.A. in Psychology and Spanish, Brandeis University
Dr. Ronis investigates youth emotional/behavioral problems (including juvenile delinquency and sexual offending) through family relationship patterns and broader contextual factors. His work examines normative/atypical sexual development, sexual aggression, consent dynamics, and restorative justice approaches. Recently, he has pioneered AI/VR integration for mental health clinician training, emphasizing underserved populations and practical applications in prevention and treatment services.
His 2021-2025 publications reveal three dominant research streams: (1) sexual offense contexts (partner adjustment, paraphilic behaviors, consent withdrawal), (2) youth justice systems (restorative conferencing, human trafficking policies), and (3) relationship dynamics (desire discrepancy, rotational work impacts). Methodologically, he combines qualitative analysis with quantitative approaches to translate findings into clinical practice and policy reforms.
Dr. Ronis has secured substantial research funding as Principal/Co-Investigator:
- SSHRC: $98,935 (2023-2028) for intimate partners of sexual offense history holders
- Public Health Agency of Canada: $634,482 (2023-2024) for rural family violence programming
- SSHRC Connection Grant: $50,000 (2023) for international abuse studies
- CIHR: $2.36M (2013-2018) for child/mental health service access
He directs UNB's Youth and Family Research Lab, which advances understanding of sexual health development, family communication, and restorative justice through scientific collaboration. The lab actively partners with community organizations to address marginalization and promote social change, focusing on translating research into actionable clinical and advocacy tools for vulnerable populations.
