discussion

 

  • Review this weeks Learning Resources to better understand the roles and responsibilities of forensic psychology professionals in correctional settings.
  • Based on your professional interests, choose one of the following topics that pertains to correctional psychology:
    • Assessment and Treatment of Offenders
    • Ethical Issues in Correctional Settings
    • Offender Program Evaluation
    • Offenders With Mental Health Problems
  • Review the article(s) associated with the topic you selected from this weeks Learning Resources, and then select one article on which to focus for this Discussion.
  • Review the ethical decision-making model by Pope and Vasquez in Steps in Ethical Decision-Making, from this weeks Learning Resources, to better understand how forensic psychology professionals can assist with the challenges faced by correctional staff.