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American Psychological Association eBooks, 2017
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2016
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2006
lifelong prohibition. The ruling stressed that "Congress cannot condition individual constitution... more lifelong prohibition. The ruling stressed that "Congress cannot condition individual constitutionally protected rights on states' participation" (Tyler, p 343). The court opined that "the government's interest in keeping firearms out of the hands of the mentally ill is not sufficiently related to depriving the mentally healthy, who had a distant episode of commitment, of their constitutional rights" (Tyler, p 344). It held that Mr. Tyler's complaint, as alleged, stated a violation of the Second Amendment and it reversed and remanded for further proceedings, consistent with the opinion.
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2019
The Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, 2018
In the current case, Estate of Clark v. Walker , 865 F.3d 544 (7th Cir. 2017), Ryan Clark died by... more In the current case, Estate of Clark v. Walker , 865 F.3d 544 (7th Cir. 2017), Ryan Clark died by suicide after his admission to a county jail in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Despite being assessed as having a “maximum risk” of suicide upon admission, intake staff (a correctional officer employed by
Specialty Competencies in Forensic Psychology, 2016
This chapter begins by deconstructing the definition used for APA recognition of the specialty. I... more This chapter begins by deconstructing the definition used for APA recognition of the specialty. It discusses the ways that the specialty of forensic psychology is different from, and similar to, other related professional fields, activities, and identities. This is followed by a brief history of the development of forensic psychology, from its roots in the late nineteenth century to its recognition by APA as a specialty in the early twenty-first century. Finally, it outlines the boundaries of forensic psychology in three ways: its unique knowledge base and skill sets, the problems that it addresses, and the populations that it serves.
Oxford University Press eBooks, Dec 1, 2012
Psychiatric Services, Apr 18, 2023
Oxford University Press eBooks, Feb 23, 2023
Oxford University Press eBooks, Jun 1, 2011
This chapter presents an overview of some of the common problems identified with forensic reports... more This chapter presents an overview of some of the common problems identified with forensic reports, before discussing the principles of training that have been developed to address those issues. It then focuses on issues relevant to forensic psychologists who develop and manage forensic systems.
International Journal of Law and Psychiatry, 2004
The Journal of psychiatry & law, Jun 1, 1983
screened by mental health care providers, especially since many have little contact with medical ... more screened by mental health care providers, especially since many have little contact with medical care providers. The risk of tuberculosis among the severely mentally ill requires more study, including outpatient populations.
The Journal of psychiatry & law, Sep 1, 1985
Psychiatric Services, Mar 1, 1985
The insanity defense has come under increased criticism after the highly publicized acquittal of ... more The insanity defense has come under increased criticism after the highly publicized acquittal of John Hinckley, Jr. A variety of proposals have been suggested to rectify the perceived injustices of an insanity acquittal. In 1975 Michigan passed a guilty but mentally ill statute that allowed for individuals to be found mentally ill at the time of the offense but still criminally responsible for their actions. The authors review the history of the Michigan statute, scrutinize an empirical study of the statute's effectiveness, and debate a number of controversial issues. They suggest that guilty but mentally ill may be a misleading verdict established because of purely political motives.
Behavioral Sciences & The Law, 1987
A sample of 50 homicide defendants acquitted by reason of ins-(NGRI) was compared with a group of... more A sample of 50 homicide defendants acquitted by reason of ins-(NGRI) was compared with a group of 50 defendants who were evaluuted for insanity and found to be crimirdy responsible (CR). Signijicant diflerences were found between the two groups in t e r n of prior psychiatric and criminal histories and nature of the homicide (i.e., relationship to victim). The dispositions of those found NGRl were also examined on the above variubies.
Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, Apr 1, 2008
Oxford University Press eBooks, 2021
The Designated Forensic Professional Program in Massachusetts, a collaboration between the Univer... more The Designated Forensic Professional Program in Massachusetts, a collaboration between the University of Massachusetts Medical School and the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, was started in 1985 for the purpose of providing specialty training and certification to mental health professionals providing public-sector evaluations of competence to stand trial and criminal responsibility to the Massachusetts courts. The program initially certified only psychologists but was eventually expanded to include forensic psychiatrists as well. The approach involves intensive mentoring and supervision and serves as a national model for states wishing to train public sector mental health professionals in the delivery of specialized forensic evaluations.
Psychiatric Services, May 1, 2004
BOOK REVIEWS dent in art history tells Simon, "I felt so much shame in every place that I was whe... more BOOK REVIEWS dent in art history tells Simon, "I felt so much shame in every place that I was where I broke down and people saw me. When I bump into people that have seen me it is so painful. I still can't cope with that. I see people that have seen me, and I know they think I'm a freak." Extracting themes from the road trip, the detours, and the interviews, one realizes that fundamental costs even to successful individuals who have bipolar affective disorder are loneliness, shame, pain, disappointment, and isolation. Reference 1. Jaynes J: The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.
Oxford University Press eBooks, May 1, 2015
Psychological testing is of substantial value in a range of correctional situations and can be a ... more Psychological testing is of substantial value in a range of correctional situations and can be a helpful adjunct to standard clinical assessments. Tests provide additional sources of data for use in comprehensive assessments, but they do not substitute for clinical evaluations. This chapter discusses the rationales and purposes for using psychological testing, special issues in administering and interpreting these tests in correctional settings, and caveats about their proper use. Well-validated psychological tests can be an important adjunct to a comprehensive mental health assessment, and help to identify psychiatric symptoms and cognitive deficits that may impair functioning in correctional institutions. In addition, testing can assist in determining the validity of self-reported symptoms by inmates. Given the range of tests, with varying suitability to a correctional population, a qualified doctoral psychologist should make the decision about which tests to administer. The referral should identify the issues and questions to address, instead of requesting specific tests, to allow the psychologist to choose the best instruments. The psychologist should produce a report that explains the results, their applicability to the referral issues, and any caveats about their validity. The results can then be integrated into the diagnostic assessment and treatment plan for the inmate. This chapter will present some of the history and contexts for when it is done, when it can be done and when it should not be done on the basis of best practice and evidence based practice.
American Psychological Association eBooks, 2017
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2016
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2006
lifelong prohibition. The ruling stressed that "Congress cannot condition individual constitution... more lifelong prohibition. The ruling stressed that "Congress cannot condition individual constitutionally protected rights on states' participation" (Tyler, p 343). The court opined that "the government's interest in keeping firearms out of the hands of the mentally ill is not sufficiently related to depriving the mentally healthy, who had a distant episode of commitment, of their constitutional rights" (Tyler, p 344). It held that Mr. Tyler's complaint, as alleged, stated a violation of the Second Amendment and it reversed and remanded for further proceedings, consistent with the opinion.
Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, Sep 1, 2019
The Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, 2018
In the current case, Estate of Clark v. Walker , 865 F.3d 544 (7th Cir. 2017), Ryan Clark died by... more In the current case, Estate of Clark v. Walker , 865 F.3d 544 (7th Cir. 2017), Ryan Clark died by suicide after his admission to a county jail in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Despite being assessed as having a “maximum risk” of suicide upon admission, intake staff (a correctional officer employed by
Specialty Competencies in Forensic Psychology, 2016
This chapter begins by deconstructing the definition used for APA recognition of the specialty. I... more This chapter begins by deconstructing the definition used for APA recognition of the specialty. It discusses the ways that the specialty of forensic psychology is different from, and similar to, other related professional fields, activities, and identities. This is followed by a brief history of the development of forensic psychology, from its roots in the late nineteenth century to its recognition by APA as a specialty in the early twenty-first century. Finally, it outlines the boundaries of forensic psychology in three ways: its unique knowledge base and skill sets, the problems that it addresses, and the populations that it serves.
Oxford University Press eBooks, Dec 1, 2012
Psychiatric Services, Apr 18, 2023
Oxford University Press eBooks, Feb 23, 2023
Oxford University Press eBooks, Jun 1, 2011
This chapter presents an overview of some of the common problems identified with forensic reports... more This chapter presents an overview of some of the common problems identified with forensic reports, before discussing the principles of training that have been developed to address those issues. It then focuses on issues relevant to forensic psychologists who develop and manage forensic systems.
International Journal of Law and Psychiatry, 2004
The Journal of psychiatry & law, Jun 1, 1983
screened by mental health care providers, especially since many have little contact with medical ... more screened by mental health care providers, especially since many have little contact with medical care providers. The risk of tuberculosis among the severely mentally ill requires more study, including outpatient populations.
The Journal of psychiatry & law, Sep 1, 1985
Psychiatric Services, Mar 1, 1985
The insanity defense has come under increased criticism after the highly publicized acquittal of ... more The insanity defense has come under increased criticism after the highly publicized acquittal of John Hinckley, Jr. A variety of proposals have been suggested to rectify the perceived injustices of an insanity acquittal. In 1975 Michigan passed a guilty but mentally ill statute that allowed for individuals to be found mentally ill at the time of the offense but still criminally responsible for their actions. The authors review the history of the Michigan statute, scrutinize an empirical study of the statute's effectiveness, and debate a number of controversial issues. They suggest that guilty but mentally ill may be a misleading verdict established because of purely political motives.
Behavioral Sciences & The Law, 1987
A sample of 50 homicide defendants acquitted by reason of ins-(NGRI) was compared with a group of... more A sample of 50 homicide defendants acquitted by reason of ins-(NGRI) was compared with a group of 50 defendants who were evaluuted for insanity and found to be crimirdy responsible (CR). Signijicant diflerences were found between the two groups in t e r n of prior psychiatric and criminal histories and nature of the homicide (i.e., relationship to victim). The dispositions of those found NGRl were also examined on the above variubies.
Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, Apr 1, 2008
Oxford University Press eBooks, 2021
The Designated Forensic Professional Program in Massachusetts, a collaboration between the Univer... more The Designated Forensic Professional Program in Massachusetts, a collaboration between the University of Massachusetts Medical School and the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, was started in 1985 for the purpose of providing specialty training and certification to mental health professionals providing public-sector evaluations of competence to stand trial and criminal responsibility to the Massachusetts courts. The program initially certified only psychologists but was eventually expanded to include forensic psychiatrists as well. The approach involves intensive mentoring and supervision and serves as a national model for states wishing to train public sector mental health professionals in the delivery of specialized forensic evaluations.
Psychiatric Services, May 1, 2004
BOOK REVIEWS dent in art history tells Simon, "I felt so much shame in every place that I was whe... more BOOK REVIEWS dent in art history tells Simon, "I felt so much shame in every place that I was where I broke down and people saw me. When I bump into people that have seen me it is so painful. I still can't cope with that. I see people that have seen me, and I know they think I'm a freak." Extracting themes from the road trip, the detours, and the interviews, one realizes that fundamental costs even to successful individuals who have bipolar affective disorder are loneliness, shame, pain, disappointment, and isolation. Reference 1. Jaynes J: The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.
Oxford University Press eBooks, May 1, 2015
Psychological testing is of substantial value in a range of correctional situations and can be a ... more Psychological testing is of substantial value in a range of correctional situations and can be a helpful adjunct to standard clinical assessments. Tests provide additional sources of data for use in comprehensive assessments, but they do not substitute for clinical evaluations. This chapter discusses the rationales and purposes for using psychological testing, special issues in administering and interpreting these tests in correctional settings, and caveats about their proper use. Well-validated psychological tests can be an important adjunct to a comprehensive mental health assessment, and help to identify psychiatric symptoms and cognitive deficits that may impair functioning in correctional institutions. In addition, testing can assist in determining the validity of self-reported symptoms by inmates. Given the range of tests, with varying suitability to a correctional population, a qualified doctoral psychologist should make the decision about which tests to administer. The referral should identify the issues and questions to address, instead of requesting specific tests, to allow the psychologist to choose the best instruments. The psychologist should produce a report that explains the results, their applicability to the referral issues, and any caveats about their validity. The results can then be integrated into the diagnostic assessment and treatment plan for the inmate. This chapter will present some of the history and contexts for when it is done, when it can be done and when it should not be done on the basis of best practice and evidence based practice.