PSY255 — Forensic Psychology
PSY 255 - Forensic Psychology PSY 255 - Forensic Psychology The primary goal of this course is to investigate the psychological disorders present in both perpetrators and victims of crime as these disorders apply to the various aspects of the United States criminal justice system. Psychological underpinnings of crimes such as stalking, child abuse, murder, and sexual deviance are explored. The course also provides an overview of the role psychologists play in criminal investigations, including profiling, risk assessment, crime scene analysis, and therapeutic interventions. Students will be exposed to the aspects of forensic psychology as a career. This course is intended to develop student research and writing skills in the expected professional writing format for social and behavioral sciences and criminal justice (APA). Learning