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Forensic Assessment via Videoconferencing: Issues and Practice Considerations

Samuel Adjorlolo, Heng Choon (Oliver) Chan*

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Journal Publications and ReviewsRGC 21 - Publication in refereed journalpeer-review

Abstract

Forensic assessment videoconferencing (VC) is gradually gaining popularity among forensic mental health practitioners. Given the profound impacts of the characteristics of VC on forensic assessment destined for courts, knowledge of and familiarity with the salient features of the technology and its application in forensic assessment is relevant so as to obviate any potential negative impact. The present study examines some issues as well as practice considerations that may help forensic psychologists enhance the results of forensic assessments conducted with VC technology. Discussions and suggestions on how to advance forensic assessment via VC are offered.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)185-204
JournalJournal of Forensic Psychology Practice
Volume15
Issue number3
Online published11 Jun 2015
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015

Research Keywords

  • forensic assessment
  • forensic mental health evaluation
  • forensic telepsychology
  • telepsychology
  • videoconferencing (VC)

Policy Impact

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