Uvr&ta week 1 discussion | Psychology homework help

To prepare:

• 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.
• View a high-profile case involving a forensic professional where they assessed and analyzed and brought findings to court.
• Consider the following questions:
  • What did the psychologist consider when he chose the specific test instruments?
  • Why did the psychologist use the following:
    • Historical-Clinical-Risk management 20v3
    • Risk Matrix 2000
    • Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
    • Beck Depression Inventory (BDI II)?
    • Risk for Sexual Violence Protocol (RSVP)
  • 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:

• Provide a summary of the case.
• Explain what role the forensic psychology professional played in selecting the forensic risk assessment instrument used in the case.
• Explain characteristics of the assessment that make it effective for this case.
• Explain the implications regarding the selection of the assessment instrument and its impact on the outcome of the case.

Note: Your posts should be substantial (500 words minimum), supported with scholarly evidence from your research and/or the Learning Resources, and properly cited using APA style.