In this article, we explore what insanity is, how it differs across the United States, and how forensic evaluators gather information relate

A brief overview of what a forensic psychologist does including a list of evaluation referral questions and the psychologist's role.

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There are six major ways to learn more about forensic psychology: (1) books, (2) forums and listservs, (3) conferences and workshops, (4) ha

Those who are mentally ill at the time of the commission of a crime may be found “insane” or not guilty by reason of insanity (or mental...

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