Øyvind Heen Ottesen

Øyvind Heen Ottesen is a specialist psychologist working at the Competence Center for Security, Prison, and Forensic Psychiatry in Bergen, Norway. He has extensive experience in addressing youth criminality, having worked in youth units within the prison system. Ottesen emphasizes the complexity of juvenile delinquency, attributing it to a combination of risk factors including upbringing, mental health, and social influences. He advocates for early intervention and holistic approaches to support at-risk youth.