Discussion Post
Pick a topic that pertains to correctional psychology that is consistent with your interests. Consider whether you would like to focus on forensic psychology research/program evaluation or understanding the clinical work. Use this Discussion as an opportunity to explore the topic you have selected, and share this with others. When you select a post to reply to, select one that has information about a topic that interests you but that you did not report on so that you can learn from others' posts.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review your Learning Resources for this week. Choose one of the following that correlates to the topic you selected under Learning Resources:
• Assessment and Treatment of Offenders
• Offenders With Mental Health Problems
• Offender Program Evaluation
• Ethical Issues in Correctional Settings for (choose one): Researchers/ Program Evaluators or Clinicians
Post a 2 to 4 paragraph response to the following:
1) Summarize the reading that you selected.
2) Based on your reading, identify one or more issues that you have identified within the correctional systems.
3) What are the roles and responsibilities of the forensic psychology professional within the topic that you have selected?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.