PSYC 2400 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Traumatic Brain Injury, Eyewitness Memory, Forensic Psychology
18 Oct 2018
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Chapter 1 an introduction to forensic psychology: forensic psychology a field of psychology that deals with all aspects of huma behaviour as it relates to the law or legal system. A brief history of forensic psychology: short history dating back to late nineteenth century. Early research on testimony and suggestibility: forensics began with research in united states and europe. In conclusion, emotional arousal can negatively impact the accuracy of a pe(cid:396)so(cid:374)"s testi(cid:373)o(cid:374)y. In usa, doctoral-level training is required while some canadian provinces still (cid:396)e(cid:395)ui(cid:396)e o(cid:374)ly a maste(cid:396)"s deg(cid:396)ee. The roles of a forensic psychologist: forensic psychologist as a clinician, broadly concerned with mental issues as they pertain to the legal system, currently work in private practices, prisons and hospitals. Involves the use of psychology to study the law itself (ex. Does the law reduce the amount of crime in our society?)
