To prepare:
- Review Tully (2019) “Sexual Deviancy: Assessment for Court” in the Learning Resources involving a case in which a forensic professional assessed and analyzed and brought findings to court.
- View a high-profile case involving a forensic professional where they assessed and analyzed and brought findings to court.
- Consider the following questions:
- What did the psychologist consider when he chose the specific test instruments?
- Why did the psychologist use the following:
- Historical-Clinical-Risk management 20v3
- Risk Matrix 2000
- Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
- Beck Depression Inventory (BDI II)?
- Risk for Sexual Violence Protocol (RSVP)
- Why is it important that a forensic psychology practitioner, who does not administer test instruments, have an understanding of these test instruments in their work?
Post a response to the following, based on the case study:
- Provide a summary of the case.
- Explain what role the forensic psychology professional played in selecting the forensic risk assessment instrument used in the case.
- Explain characteristics of the assessment that make it effective for this case.
- Explain the implications regarding the selection of the assessment instrument and its impact on the outcome of the case.
Note: Your posts should be substantial (500 words minimum), supported with scholarly evidence from your research and/or the Learning Resources, and properly cited using APA style.