Explain what role forensic psychology professional played

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Discussion Post: UVR and TA

To prepare:

A. 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.

B. View a high-profile case involving a forensic professional where they assessed and analyzed and brought findings to court.

C. Consider the following questions:

1. What did the psychologist consider when he chose the specific test instruments?

2. Why did the psychologist use the following:

a. Historical-Clinical-Risk management 20v3
b. Risk Matrix 2000
c. Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
d. Beck Depression Inventory (BDI II)?
e. Risk for Sexual Violence Protocol (RSVP)

3. 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:

A. Provide a summary of the case.

B. Explain what role the forensic psychology professional played in selecting the forensic risk assessment instrument used in the case.

C. Explain characteristics of the assessment that make it effective for this case.

D. Explain the implications regarding the selection of the assessment instrument and its impact on the outcome of the case.

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