PSY 235 - Forensic Psychology

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Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

Psychological research has much to offer to the fields of law and law enforcement. In this course, the potential impact and relevance of empirical psychological research to the criminal justice system is discussed in detail. Topics include basic methodological issues, lie detection, repressed memories, jury selection, lineup construction, eyewitness identification and testimony, courtroom persuasion, and group decision making. Prerequisites: PSY 105 and three additional credit hours in either psychology or criminal justice. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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