Forensic Psychology Blog

I'm delighted to announce the launch of the new forensic psychology blog which will allow readers to learn more about, comment upon, contribute towards and engage with the posted material should they wish to do so.

By hosting our new blog on Blogger I can utilise and employ all the interactive features that this platform provides e.g. reader comments, RSS capability, e-mail updates etc.

The existing forensic psychology blog will still be used to alert readers to website updates but to get your daily fix of news from the wonderful world of forensic psychology this is now the official forensic psychology Blog. For your convenience, the most recent blog posts can be accessed by clicking on the panel below.

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May 6, 2008, Forensic Psychology Practice

Hello, My name is Nikki Hearn and I'm a Criminal Justice/Forensic Psychology Major. Will I need a PhD to practice forensic psychology? and what type

May 5, 2008, Forensic Psychology Careers

What career opportunities are there for graduate students in Forensic

May 3, 2008, Forensic Psychology Project Ideas

I am a university student studying Psychology and I am currently thinking of ideas about my 3rd year dissertation. I am extremely interested in

May 3, 2008, Forensic Psychology Q & A: The Place To Ask and Answer Forensic Psychology

The Forensic psychology Q & A page is a knowledge sharing resource where anybody can ask or answer a question relating to the fascinating world of forensic psychology

Mar 27, 2008, Forensic Psychology Book of The Month

Welcome to the forensic psychology book of the month page. Whether you are new to forensic psychology, currently studying the topic, or consider yourself an expert...

Nov 29, 2007, A Free And Comprehensive Guide To The World Of Forensic Psychology

What is forensic psychology? Definitions, history, topic areas, theory and practice, careers, debates, criminal profiling and study options are all covered in detail.

Nov 15, 2007, Before You Leave Please Sign The All About Forensic Psychology Guestbook

Thanks for stopping by. If you'd like to comment on the site, you can do so via the all about forensic psychology guestbook...

Nov 9, 2007, Looking For A Great Forensic Gift? Check Out This Brilliant Selection.

For the best forensic gift ideas look no further that the all about forensic psychology gift page

Nov 9, 2007, So You Want To Be A FBI Profiler?

When I was running the forensic psychology course at University, a very common question from students, was how do I become a FBI profiler...

Nov 9, 2007, Key Figures in Forensic Psychology: Professor David Canter

The aim of this page is to showcase the work of Professor David Canter. In doing so readers will be introduced to the concept of investigative psychology...

Nov 9, 2007, Geographic Profiling: Find Out All You Need To Know Here.

Geographic profiling is an information management system and investigative methodology that evaluates the locations of connected serial crimes to determine the most probable area of offender residence

Nov 9, 2007, Interested in criminal profiling? Get all the information you need here

Criminal profiling is a fascinating, controversial and often misunderstood topic. Find out why

Nov 9, 2007, Criminal profiling: The FBI Legacy

Criminal profiling is a fascinating, controversial and often misunderstood topic. Find out why

Nov 9, 2007, Interested in criminal profiling? Get all the information you need here

Criminal profiling is a fascinating, controversial and often misunderstood topic. Find out why.

Oct 8, 2007, Looking For A Forensic Psychology Degree In The US?: Look No Further.

A comprehensive US forensic psychology degree directory. Includes detailed reviews of both campus based and distance learning degrees.

Aug 4, 2007, Looking For An International Forensic Degree: Look No Further.

A comprehensive International forensic degree directory

Jul 8, 2007, The best forensic psychology links on the internet

Take the hassle out of finding high quality forensic psychology links. Only the very best make it here.

Jun 21, 2007, The Study and Practice of Forensic Psychology: A Comprehensive Review

The Study and Practice of Forensic Psychology: Students often ask what degree is best for employment in the field of forensic psychology. The answer to this question depends on how one defines...

Jun 2, 2007, Find out about the history of forensic psychology

Want to know about the history of forensic psychology? Everything you need to know is here

Mar 19, 2007, Looking For A UK Forensic Psychology Course?: Look No Further.

A comprehensive UK forensic psychology course directory

Feb 20, 2007, Criminal Profiling On Squidoo

I've just completed the first of a series of criminal profiling Squidoo pages, that you can access via the following link.

All the best

Dave

Criminal Profiling on Squidoo

Feb 13, 2007, Can Witness Memory Be Trusted? Can Liars Be Exposed? Can Confessions Be Untruthful? Can Crime Be Prevented?

These are just some of the questions that will be tackled during a 3 day Conference at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York.

Focussing on the latest research in forensic psychology prominent guest speakers include the Hon. Janet Reno, former Attorney General of the United States, Saul Kassin, PhD, leading authority on false confessions and Elizabeth Loftus, PhD, preeminent scholar on memory research.

This cutting edge event is taking place March 1-3, 2007.

Click Here to visit the conference home page for full details.

Eyewitness Memory & Research

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False Confessions

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Feb 3, 2007, About This Forensic Psychology Website

I've had a lot of questions regarding this forensic psychology website and why I spend so much time putting it together. First of all...

Jan 23, 2007, Stockholm Syndrome

One of the mystery's surrounding the recent case invloving Michael Devlin who was charged with the kidnapping of teenagers Ben Ownby and Shawn Hornbeck is why Shawn Hornbeck who went missing in 2002 never tried to escape or inform anybody of his plight despite seemingly having the opportunity to do so at any time.

One explanation that has been put forward is the Stockholm Syndrome, a psychological response whereby an abducted hostage, exhibits loyalty to the hostage-taker.

Click Here To Visit The Stockholm Syndrome Wikipedia Page

Click Here To Watch A BBC News Item About The Case

Jan 14, 2007, New Forensic Science Website Launches

I have just launched a brand new forensic science website, designed to help anybody looking for informed and detailed information. Definitions, history, topic areas, theory and practice, careers, debates, CSI, degree and study options will all be covered in detail.

At the time of writing the website is still very much work in progress, although very soon it will be showcasing the work of a number of forensic science experts who have kindly agreed to provide a clear and concise description of their forensic speciality, along with links to quality information resources and essential reading texts.

Click here to Visit The New Forensic Science Website

Jan 7, 2007, Forensic Science College And Course Directory

The aim of this page is to help anybody looking for information relating to a forensic science college, forensic science schools, forensic science degree, or forensic science program.

Jan 7, 2007, Practical Ways For Students To Earn Additional Income.

The purpose of this page is to showcase practical ways in which students can take control of, reduce and perhaps even completely eradicate their student debt...

Jan 7, 2007, The Best Comedy, Free Puzzles, Games On The Internet

Why comedy? Forensics is a serious business and whatever your connection with the discipline it's important to have some time away from it. This page allows you to do just that...

Jan 7, 2007, A Handpicked Collection of the Very Best Student Free Stuff

If you are looking for the best student free stuff on the internet, look no further

Jan 7, 2007, Student debt: Advice, information and guidance

Free student debt advice and information resources. All aspects of student finance covered here.

Jan 7, 2007, Taking Part In Psychological Research: A Great Way To Earn And Learn

Psychological Research: A very useful way to understand the concepts, issues and variables that researchers study in relation to the application of psychology in a legal context and anywhere else...

Jan 7, 2007, Experimental Design Tutorial Part 2

Easy to follow experimental design tutorial part 2

Jan 7, 2007, Experimental Design Guide.

Experimental design guide: A free and useful resource for students.

Jan 7, 2007, Easy to follow experimental design tutorial

Free tutorial outlining all the major experimental design concepts covered in an easy to follow way

Jan 7, 2007, Academic guidance for students conducting forensic psychology research

Advice for anyone carrying out forensic psychology research.

Jan 7, 2007, forensic psychology conferences and workshop listings

A regularly updated list of the best world wide forensic psychology conferences and workshops.

Jan 6, 2007, Crime Scene Investigation Degree, Training Course & Certificate Information

Whether it's a Crime Scene Investigation Degree, course, or certficate you're interested in, you can find all the information you need here

Jan 6, 2007, Forensic Science Careers

Advances in scientific technology in examining crimes scenes have turned forensic science into a high demand and...

Jan 6, 2007, forensic psychology careers. All your questions answered here.

forensic psychology careers. Specialist guidance, information and advice from around the world.

Jan 6, 2007, Looking For An Online Criminal Justice Course: Look No Further

A comprehensive directory of online criminal justice course information

Jan 5, 2007, What Is A Psychological Autopsy? Find Out All You Need To Know Here.

Whereas a medical autopsy is essentially a physical examination of the deceased, a psychological autopsy is essentially a mental state examination of the deceased...

Dec 22, 2006, Suffolk Serial Killer Case Latest Update

Stephen Wright the second man arrested in relation to the Suffolk serial killer case has been formally charged with murdering Gemma Adams, Anneli Alderton, Tania Nicol, Paula Clennell, and Annette Nicholls. Tom Stephens the first man arrested in the case has been released on police bail subject to further inquries.

Murder Suspect Stephen Wright

For full details, see official blog post

http://student-guide-to-forensic-psychology.blogspot.com/

Dec 19, 2006, Suffolk Serial Killer Latest Update

A second man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Gemma Adams, Anneli Alderton, Tania Nicol, Paula Clennell and Annette Nicholls. The 48 year old man was arrested at 5am this morning from his home which is very close to the red light district were the muder victims worked. Tom Stephens who was arrested yesterday remains in custody.

Tom Stephens MySpace Profile Picture

Thanks to Carey for sending me the link to Tom Stephens MySpace account, which has now been deleted. Sections of the British press have made a great deal out of the fact that Stephens called himself the 'bishop' on his MySpace account.

For full details, see official blog post

http://student-guide-to-forensic-psychology.blogspot.com/

Dec 18, 2006, Suffolk Serial Killer Latest (man arrested on suspicion of murder)

37-year-old Tom Stephens has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Gemma Adams, Anneli Alderton, Tania Nicol, Paula Clennell and Annette Nicholls. He is curently in custody and will be questioned by detectives later on Monday.

Murder Suspect Tom Stephens

Stephens was arrested at 0720 GMT on Monday in the village of Trimley, which is close to the A14 road between Ipswich and Felixstowe.

For full details, see official blog post

http://student-guide-to-forensic-psychology.blogspot.com/

Dec 15, 2006, The Psychology of The Suffolk Serial Killer (Latest Update)

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Dec 15, 2006, Forensic Psychology Internship Opportunity (USA)

Overview:

The Forensic Panel is pleased to offer remote/distance internships in forensic psychology for writing, research, and various projects to undergraduate and graduate students. Each position represents a unique opportunity to advance students' knowledge and skills in a setting convenient to them that can be managed and supervised from afar.

Interns for The Forensic Panel observe and participate in challenging projects that reward them with transferable experiences to their future careers. The Forensic Panel seeks creative, responsible individuals who would appreciate a challenging, dynamic environment with energetic and bright colleagues, prepared to complement an existing team with ideas and produce result.

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Dec 14, 2006, The Psychology of a Serial Killer (update)

As the hunt for the Suffolk serial killer continues and as the case unfolds I will be posting regular updates, particularly in relation to any psychological information or theories. I will also be including links to the latest police briefings and any other credible information sources.

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Dec 13, 2006, The Psychology of a Serial Killer

Visitors from the UK will be aware that the news story currently gripping the country concerns the murder of several prostitutes, promting fears that a serial killer is on the loose. To date five bodies have been found near Ipswich over the past fortnight. The bodies of Gemma Adams, Tania Nicol and and Anneli Alderton, were all found in rural locations around Ipswich between the 2nd and the 10th of December. On the 12th of December two more bodies were found which are being formally identified today. Police strongly suspect that the bodies will prove to be the missing prostitutes Paula Clennell and Annette Nicholls.

Since the story broke a number of criminal psychologists, forensic psychologists and other behavioural scientists have commented on the case.

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Dec 7, 2006, M.S Criminal Justice: Concentration in Forensic Psychology: The University of New Haven (USA)

A key objective of the master of science in criminal justice program is the education of men and women planning careers in the field of criminal justice as well as the advanced training and education of those who staff the agencies and institutions of the criminal justice system.

The program stresses a broad understanding of the social and behavioral sciences, the institutions of the criminal justice system and the development of methodological tools and skills.

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Dec 2, 2006, Showcasing The Very Best Psychology Blogs On The Internet

The psychology blogs page showcases the best psychology related blogs on the Internet. Many of the featured blogs cover topics that are directly related to the world of forensic psychology...