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The differences between forensic psychiatry and forensic psychology

T Grisso1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester 01655.

The Bulletin of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Forensic psychiatry and forensic psychology can enhance their credibility by collaborating. By working together, they can offer unique insights valuable to the public and courts.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychiatry
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Legal Psychology

Background:

  • Forensic psychiatry and forensic psychology face declining credibility.
  • Independent efforts may not be sufficient to address this challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential for collaboration between forensic psychiatry and forensic psychology.
  • To demonstrate how collaboration can enhance the credibility of both fields.

Main Methods:

  • Reviewing similarities and differences between forensic psychiatry and psychology.
  • Identifying specific areas for collaborative efforts.

Main Results:

  • Similarities provide a foundation for collaboration.
  • Differences highlight unique contributions that enhance collective value.
  • Collaboration can increase credibility with the public and legal system.

Conclusions:

  • Collaboration is a superior strategy for enhancing credibility compared to independent action.
  • Key areas for collaboration include individual practice, expert testimony quality control, and training.

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