PSY 4178A - Forensic Psychology & Law

Institution:

Dowling College (Closed)

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Description:

3 credits This course includes two distinct areas of study, the applications of psychology within the courts and the justice system, and theoretical top ics concerning the interface of psychology and law. It is designed to intro duce students to the applied practice in legal contexts, including evalua tions, assessment, treatment, prevention, and jury selection. It explores how psychological research such as eyewitness memory and children's memory is relevant to legal decision-making. It examines the causes of criminal behavior considering the interaction of sociological, environmen tal, biological factors and public policy. The course also explores ethical and conceptual issues that lie at the interface of psychology and law, such as rights to treatment and confidentiality. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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