🎧 The Myths and Realities of Criminal Profiling
While informal criminal profiling has been around for centuries, in 1974 the FBI formed its Behavioral Science Unit to study serial predators. Since then, the
🎧 Understanding False Confessions
It is impossible for most of us to believe that anyone would confess to a crime he or she didn’t commit. And, yet, former convicted
🎧 Inside the Mind of the Criminal Poisoner
Game of Thrones inventor George R.R. Martin said, “All Men Carry Murder in Their Heart, yet even so, the poisoner is beneath contempt.” Even for
🎧 Understanding Competency to Stand Trial
As far back as the 14th century, the justice system understood that it is unfair to try a criminal defendant who does not understand the
🎧 Understanding Political Violence
Type the word “terrorism” in google and you’ll find articles on white supremacy, jihadism, and mass shootings. It’s a topic that is loaded with conflict
🎧 The Psychology and Forensics of Memory
Memory is an integral part of any court proceeding. Jurors often evaluate witnesses on how credible they are based on how detailed, emotional or consistent
🎧 Inside the Mind of a Terrorist
September 11, 2001 will always be the day remembered most as the moment terrorism came to New York and changed our country forever. Since this
🎧 Understanding and Investigating Medical Child Abuse
Understanding and Investigating Munchausen by Proxy (Medical Child Abuse) In 1977, British pediatrician Dr. Roy Meadow wrote up two cases of mothers whom he believed