PSYCH228AW: Special Topics in Psychology: Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology explores the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system, focusing on how research, practice, and psychological theory contribute to one’s understanding of criminal behavior, legal processes, and correctional settings. Students examine the roles of forensic psychologists in assessment, expert testimony, criminal profiling, competency evaluations, and interrogation techniques. Topics include the psychological factors underlying criminal behavior, eyewitness memory, jury decision-making, mental illness and the law, and ethical considerations in forensic practice.