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Written by Kristen L. Fescoe, MS, and Dr. Nicole M. Vienna
May 19, 2023
When it comes to an individual’s ability to make a legal decision, there are a number of important codes and statutes that protect people if they are not fit to make those important decisions....
Written by Staff
May 1, 2023
Bipolar disorder is a mental condition associated with mood. It commonly falls under the category of mood disorders characterized by severe fluctuations in mood and changes in energy, thinking, sleep, and behaviors. ...
Written by Staff
April 15, 2023
Management of juvenile delinquency has been evolving for centuries. Before the 18th century, juveniles over age 7 were subject to the same criminal justice system as adults. In the 18th century, children entered the workforce young and aligned with society like adults. The economic hardship during this era led to juveniles losing their jobs as factory workers....
Written by Staff
April 1, 2023
Miller v. Alabama is a landmark supreme court case pertaining to the sentencing of juvenile criminal offenders. In this case, the supreme court decided it was unconstitutional to sentence a juvenile to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Subsequent juvenile offender criminal cases arose following Miller v. Alabama, further shaping the legal system....
Written By Staff
March 15, 2023
Society has used the term psychopathy for quite some time. Psychopathy is a focal point of several movies and attracts public attention and fear. ...
Written by Staff
March 1, 2023
When a parent, either the mother or father, kills their child, the act is defined as filicide. Filicide can be shocking for the community because parents are expected to protect and care for their children. However, filicide is not a new act; it has occurred among populations since the beginning of time....
Written by Staff
February 27, 2023
According to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (American Psychiatry Association, 2013), individuals exposed to a severe traumatic event(s), whether directly or indirectly, may develop a mental health condition known as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A traumatic event is defined as exposure to:...
Written by Staff
January 26, 2023
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a significant mental health condition actively being researched. Researchers believe that genetic factors, environmental factors, and brain function cause BPD. BPD is more common if there is a family history; however, anyone can develop BPD. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) describes this personality disorder as a condition with a pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image and affects, and impulsivity that occurs by adulthood (American Psychiatric Association, 2022). Individuals affected by BPD experience symptoms that fall into the following categories:...
Written by Dr. Nicole M. Vienna
April 22, 2022
Forensic psychologists play an essential role in the court systems. They aim to inform and educate the trier of fact. Once qualified in court, forensic psychologists serve in the role of expert witnesses....
Written by Dr. Nicole M. Vienna
March 29, 2022
The courts and legal system have relied upon expert witnesses in mental health fields since the 18th century. In California, under evidence code 720, a person is qualified to testify as an expert if they have specialized knowledge, skill, experience, education, or training sufficient enough to qualify them as an expert in a said subject area relevant to their testimony....
