Mod 1 What is Forensic Psychology

Question 1

Define the term ‘forensic psychology’

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Question 2

Explain the benefits of the Researcher-Practitioner model and its importance to forensic psychology

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Question 3

Broadly describe the major components of forensic psychology and their applicability to criminal justice

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Question 4

Articulate some of the key tensions between psychology and law

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Question 5

Be aware of what role Forensic Psychologists/criminal psychologists play in the legal arena

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Question 6

Know the different ways crime is viewed & defined (eg. Legal perspective, human rights, social harms)

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Question 7

Know what is meant by the term ‘crime is socially constructed’

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Question 8

Be aware of the different ways in which crime is measured in our society and be familiar with each strategy’s pros and cons

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Question 9

Be familiar with the extent of crime and criminality in society

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Question 10

Understand moral panics

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Question 11

Be familiar with the fear of crime paradox

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