PSYC 420 - Advanced Forensic Psychology

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PSYCHOLOGY

Description:

An in-depth examination of selected case studies. Specific criminal cases discussed in detail with regard to the psychological dynamics involved in the crime, the social impact and implications, the effect on the victim and/or witnesses, the role of forensic psychology in the court proceedings, the role of the therapist in court mandated treatment, etc. Course Objectives (1) Summarize and appraise theory and research in legal psychology, including issues important to the legal system (2) Summarize, appraise and apply theory and research in forensic psychology including legally relevant clinical areas where psychologists act as expert witnesses and consultants (3) Summarize, appraise and apply theory and research in psychological jurisprudence, efforts to develop a philosophy of law and justice based on psychological values

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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