CRIM3430 Forensic Psychology

November AMA!    We discuss everything from the ethics of forensic psychology to Travis Scott and the illuminati 

In this video we go through everything you need to succeed in the final for forensic psychology! For specific sections, the timestamps are: 00:03:01 - Qualifications 00:04:55 - Purpose of report 00:11:49 - Sources of Information 00:17:57 - Body of report 00:29:07 - Conclusions   Good luck!

In this video we actually look at one of my readings! I study the personality correlates of police decision-making which is critical if we are going to start understanding, predicting, and potentially changing the types of decisions that are made when police officers face challenging situations on duty.   I hope you enjoy my work! 

As we speak, the United States is suffering another round of riots in response to the police shooting of Daunte Wright. How do we, as forensic psychologists, understand the process of high-stakes decision-making and how can we know the degree to which someone is culpable? This is not an easy topic but it is one we MUST explore. In this weeks lecture we look to a case from the military to begin our understanding of the immense complexities of diagnosing decision-making.

THE MUST AWAITED TA PODCAST!!!  This week we have the FIRST ever lecture from the "long awaited" TA duo of Presley and Hope! Presley and Hope talk you through the psychology of the crowd. There is no time in history when they study of the crowd is more important! So enjoy this lecture - and we have a lot more to learn on Thursday!

In this weeks Sundays with Shortland we (1) Outline the upcoming Quiz! (2) Discuss the case of Kendrick Jackson (3) Talk about BURNOUT and how I avoid it!   For more on the case of Kendrick I would recommend these links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWp8XXwEbb8

In this weeks reading we explore Stott et al., (2008) who studies football hooligans. In this study he seeks to understand why the 200 Euros involved so much football violence, but the 2004 Euros were viewed as a great success! Its interesting theoretically and methodologically!

In this weeks lecture we explore the relationship between the brain and behavior. We specifically focus on the case of "non-offending paedophiles" and the role that the brain plays.    The bulk of the lecture is a lecture by James Cantor who has tracked the neural underpinnings of deviant sexual interest all the way back to events that occur in the womb.   What does this mean for the "big questions"? Who is to blame? Can we treat it? Can we prevent it?    Enjoy! It is no understatement that this is the most challenging question facing forensic psychology right now. 

In this weeks reading we leave the usual "psychology" literature and listen to a lawyer doing the talking!    Litton explores the issues of traumatic brain injury from a legal perspective and outline 4 possible arguments for consider the relationship between the brain and criminal and moral responsibility!    Enjoy! 

Welcome to week 9!! In this week we answer 5 questions about terrorism! What is terrorism? Who is a terrorist? Why do people become terrorists? Can we reverse terrorism? How do we stop terrorism?   Its a GREAT time! We even have our own Hope acting as X-Right Wing terrorist (thanks Hope!)

In this weeks reading we look at the 2008 John Horgan paper 'From Profiles to Pathways, and from Routes to Roots". It is no exaggeration to say this paper is formative in the field - and actually plays a important role in my own journey to Professor at UML! Enjoy!

This SUNDAYS WITH SHORTLAND is OFF THE CHARTS FUN. 0:01:40 We start with re-visiting the Elliot Turner case and all the fallout from that (both personal and legal) 0:23:53 I discuss my journey into Forensic Psychology 0:28:00 We tackle the REAL complexity of last weeks #Atlanta shooting and the psychology of the shooter. Thank YOU for your engagement and your questions !!! This was emotionally exhausting. As I am sure you can tell! But I love hard questions.

This week we explore the concept of instrumental and expressive homicide and what this means for the psychology of the murderer. Before we discussed this in the realm of "profiling", here we think about the implications of this for sentencing, rehabilitation and release! Enjoy! 

In this weeks lecture we look at the role of Psychology in the court room - we jump right into the issue of culpability and how we, as forensic psychologists, deal with that question. We go through some theory, a integrated theory, and then finish with a case study of four terrorist offenders who tried to blow up Mosques in New York. What a ride.

In this weeks Sundays with Shortland we look at the upcoming mid-term and how you can achieve your best score! We cover the mid-term structure, the "do's" and the "do not's"

In this weeks lecture we explore an often overlooked part of the etiology of a harmful act - a breakdown in communication. Professor Laurence Alison and I explore three viral clips of police - civilian interaction and see what went wrong/right! If you want to learn more about this - Check out our new book Rapport on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rapport-People-Conversations-Revolutionise-Relationships/dp/1785042068/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=rapport+book&qid=1595517275&sr=8-1

This week we explore the psychology of lie detection.   Can we do it? How do we do it? And why is it the #1 most studied thing in forensic psychology? I give you the chance to spot some lies, and we even have a go at micro-expression detection!   Get excited!

In this weeks reading we look at the Levine et al., (2010) article where he tests what happens to your ability to detection lies after watching "lie to me"? It speaks to a bigger point about can psychologists teach people tricks and tips and what happens when we do! Another personal favorite - so enjoy!

In this weeks reading we explore Laurence Alison's seminal paper on ORBIT with a sample of high value terrorist suspects. It really is a good one!

In this weeks lecture we explore the concept of "rapport" and what that would look like with high-value detainees. Enjoy - and see you on Thursday!

In this weeks video we discuss: The fallout from the Enhanced Interrogation Program and the consequences for those involved (Psychologists, CIA, etc.,) Also - for references to the Hoffman Report, see: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-fight-against-hate/201507/torture-apa-and-the-hoffman-report-what-now   Enjoy! 

In this weeks lecture we explore the context of the enhanced interrogation program and the role it played in the wider war on terror.

In this weeks reading we explore Shane O'mara's work on the intersection of torture and memory recall    Enjoy!   

In this weeks Q and A I answer three questions from the class: 0:00:50​ - Where can you see your grade? 0:03:16​ - What do I enjoy about Forensic Psychology TV shows 0:06:440- Toulmin's Philosophy of Argument   Thanks for the questions!

This week we explore the case of Robert Knapper and the role of the psychologist Paul Britton. I would recommend watching this on Youtube if you can. But if not, listen and enjoy!! It is no understatement to call this one of the most defining cases in the history of UK Profiling. 

In this weeks reading we explore Alison et al.,"Pragmatic Solutions to Offender Profiling"  Niche, but a favorite. Its was written in a reflective manner about what we can learn, nd how we can best move forward (post-Stagg). 

In this weeks Q and A I answer three questions from the class: 0:00:50 - What do the letters "A" and "C" stand for in the offender profiling equation? 0:06:42- How do profilers develop their "gut" instincts? 0:13:438- Have I ever given a profile? Thanks for the questions!

In this lecture we explore the mythology, history and methods of offender profiling and what it means for the beginnings of Forensic Psychology.    Enjoy! 

This week we explore Woodhams et al., (2008) who uses Marine Ecology to overcome the issue of behavioral stability (we discuss this in detail in Thursdays lecture!)   Enjoy! 

In this weeks Q and A I answer three questions from the class: (1) What is something that most people do not understand about Forensic Psychology?  (2) What is the best/my favorite topic in the semester?  (3) Do I have any tips for learning virtually and during COVID? 

Welcome to the introduction! A little about the course, a little about me, and a little (possibly a lot) about my philosophy for Forensic Psychology (and Psychology in general). Enjoy

A audio description of Snook et al., (2008) "The Criminal Profiling Illusion: What's behind the smoke and mirrors".