Class Forensic Psychological Assessment with Adults

This UC aims to develop knowledge in the field of forensic psychological assessment with adults. In more detail, it is intended to train students with the theoretical-practical skills necessary for the activity of the psychologist in this context, namely, with regard to the definition of evaluation procedures; assessment strategies and instruments used and the elaboration of expert reports.

CP1. Forensic Psychological Assessment: Introduction and Contextualization

1.1.Psychological skills: Background and fields of application

1.2. Evaluation Strategies and Methodologies

1.2.1. Interview: Contexts and Methodologies

1.2.2. Evaluation Instruments

1.2.3. Protocols and information integration

CP2. The forensic psychological report: objectives, specificities and recommendations

CP3. Forensic psychological assessment in criminal proceedings

3.1. Personality assessment

3.2. Assessment of cognitive abilities

3.3. Risk assessment

3.3. Behavior and belief assessment

3.5. Evaluation of specific symptoms

3.6. Coping assessment and social support

3.7. Overall adjustment assessment

CP4. Forensic psychological assessment in civil proceedings

4.1. Damage assessment

The innovative teaching methodologies for this format include collaborative learning and problem-based learning. These approaches actively involve students, allowing them to apply theoretical concepts, collaborate with peers, and analyze real-world problems. These methodologies aim to promote knowledge in the applied aspect of forensic psychology, specifically in the areas of victim and offender assessment.

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Ackerman, M. (2010). Essentials of Forensic Psychological Assessement. N.J.; John Wiley & Sons.

Drogin, E., Dattilio , F., Sadoff, R., and Gutheil Th (2011). Handbook of Forensic Assessment: Psychological and Psychiatric Perspectives. USA: Wiley

Machado, C., Gonçalves, M., et al. (Eds.) (2011). Instrumentos e Contextos de Avaliação Psicológica (Vol. I). Coimbra: Almedina

Matos, M., Gonçalves, R. A. & Machado, C. (2011). Manual de psicologia forense: Contextos, práticas e desafios. Braga: Psiquilibrios Edições.

Otto, R.K., DeMier, R.L., & Boccaccini, M. (2014). Forensic reports and testimony: A guide to effective communication for psychologists and psychiatrists. New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons.

Simões M., Almeida, A. & Gonçalves, M. (2017). Psicologia Forense: Instrumentos de avaliação Psicológica. Lisboa: Pactor.