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Forensic psychology is the application of scientific knowledge and methods (in relation to psychology) to assist in answering legal questions that may arise in criminal, civil, contractual, or other judicial proceedings.
It was established in 1990 as the Journal of Forensic Psychiatry, obtaining its current name in 2003. [1] The editor-in-chief is Jenny Shaw ( University of Manchester ). According to the Journal Citation Reports , the journal had a 2018 impact factor of 0.942.
Forensic psychology conceptualizes both the criminal and civil sides of the justice system, while simultaneously encompassing the clinical and experimental aspects of psychology. Forensic psychologists can receive training as either clinical psychologists or experimental psychologists, and will generally have one primary role in terms of ...
It was established in 1994 and is published 10 times per year by Taylor & Francis on behalf of the European Association of Psychology and Law, of which it is the official journal. The editor-in-chief is Theresa Gannon (University of Kent). According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2017 impact factor of 1.598. [1]
It was established in 1994 and is published by Taylor & Francis on behalf of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Psychiatry, Psychology and Law. The editor-in-chief is Mark Nolan. From 1994 to 2019 it was edited by Ian Freckelton. According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2018 impact factor of 0.744. [1]
The theory recognises that the more contact an individual has will a criminal – the more likely one is to engage in criminalistic activities. [18] Anomie, a theory proposed by Robert K. Merton explores the idea of social disintegration leading to crime. This theory focuses on individuals who are incapable of achieving their desired goals in ...
Legal psychology is a field focused on the application of psychological principles within the legal system and its interactions with individuals. Professionals in this area are involved in understanding, assessing, evaluating potential jurors, investigating crimes and crime scenes, conducting forensic investigations The term "legal psychology" distinguishes this practical branch of psychology ...
Forensic developmental psychology is a field of psychology that focuses on "children's actions and reactions in a forensic context" and "children's reports that they were victims or witnesses of a crime". [1] [2] Bruck and Poole (2002) first coined the term "forensic developmental psychology". [1]