Andreea Gruev-Vintila, PhD, is a social psychologist and senior lecturer (HDR) at Universite Paris Nanterre, recognized for her expertise on coercive control in domestic violence. She authored the first comprehensive French-language book on coercive control, which bridges scientific advances and legal reforms. Her research highlights the psychosocial processes and legal implications of coercive control, impacting policy, jurisprudence, as well as women and children victim protection in France and Europe.
Andreea also contributes as a member of the French High Council for Gender Equality and advises European programs addressing violence against women and children. Her recent publications include work on children as co-victims of domestic violence and historic legal proceedings on coercive control in France.