ROLE OF THE CONSULTANT FOR THE PROSECUTOR

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ROLE OF THE CONSULTANT FOR THE PROSECUTOR

A forensic psychologist is often HIRED by the defense or the prosecutor to assist with jury selection. Using the library, Internet, or any other available materials, discuss in detail the following

  • What would this psychologist be looking for during voir dire and in investigations of the jury pool?
  • What, if any, different analysis techniques might a psychologist use when assisting the defense versus assisting the prosecution?
  • Why would the items being investigated be important to the defense or to the prosecution?
  • What specific area of forensics are you INTERESTED in, or what type of position are you INTERESTED in?

Possible Points: 115
Requirements:
Topic Points:
Above you will see four different points that I need to see addressed in your paper. In essence, this paper can be broken into four sections. To start here, it will prove easier to find a criminal case at a local level. You can then write this from the perspective that you are a consultant on the case and you have some context to provide the reader.
Here is a video tutorial on how to create an outline. http://www.screencast.com/t/OiCptp90TP1y.
Your paper will include the following sections:

  • Abstract (One Paragraph)
  • Introduction (Two Paragraphs) – Here you want to briefly discuss the purpose of the paper. Answer this question, This paper will introduce the reader to what and why is it important?
  • Jury Consultant and the voir dire process (3-Pages Total) –

o Role of the Consultant for the Prosecutor
§ Characteristics and Factors of Potential Jury Members
o Role of the Consultant for the Defense
§ Characteristics and Factors of Potential Jury Members
o Analysis of Key Differences (Are there any major differences?)
o Personal Reaction to FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY and its efficacy in the field (1-Page)

  • Conclusion (One Paragraph)

APA:
Video Tutorial on Citing – http://www.screencast.com/t/ppkygqCr0
If you are at all confused, reach out to me via email or call my cell phone (317-797-1126).
Paper Format:
3-5 Pages (1050 – 1750 Words) – This includes content only (the body of the paper)
12-point font and Reference section.
Resources:
Minimum of five. I know this seems like a lot but you are writing on a topic that needs at the very least this many to properly state your case. This means I should see no less than five resources in your reference section and no less than five internal citations.

COMPARE AND CONTRAST ERIKSON AND FREUD’S STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT

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COMPARE AND CONTRAST ERIKSON AND FREUD’S STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT

Assignment 2: LASA 1: Development Throughout the Lifespan

Erikson and Freud are two of the few theorists who have developed a lifespan approach to development. Freud’s approach to development was psychosexual while Erikson’s was psychosocial. Even though Freud’s theory is better known, Erikson’s theory remains a leading and very much applied model in personality and developmental psychology today.

When considering these two stage-oriented theories, you can directly compare the majority of their stages. These are matched in the following table:

Approximate Age
Freud’s Stages of Psychosexual Development
Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial development
Infancy (Birth to 1 year)
Oral stage
Trust versus mistrust
Early childhood (1–3 years)
Anal stage
Autonomy versus doubt
Preschool (3–6 years)
Phallic stage
Initiative versus guilt
School age (7–11 years)
Latent period
Industry versus inferiority
Adolescence (12–18 years)
Genital stage
Identity versus role confusion
Young adulthood (19–40 years)
Intimacy versus isolation
Middle adulthood (40–65 years)
Generativity versus stagnation
Older adulthood (65–death)
Integrity versus despair

When considering Erikson’s eight stages of development, the way a person moves through each stage directly affects their success in the next stage. Their personality is being built and shaped with each stage. At each stage, there is a turning point, called a crisis by Erikson, which a person must confront.

In this assignment, you will observe or interview two different people, each at a different stage of development. For a third observation, take a look at yourself and the stage that you are in (this stage must be different from your other two observations).

  • Record your three observations in a template. Include the following information:
    • Name
    • Age
    • Gender
    • Current developmental stage
    • Status within the stage (i.e., identity achievement or role confusion)
    • Events that have lead to this status

Download a Development Template from the Doc Sharing area to record your observations.

  • Summarize what you have learned about psychosocial development through these observations/interviews.
  • Summarize the trends you see in your observations/interviews regarding psychosocial development.
  • How does movement through Erikson’s stages influence personality development? Again, be specific.
  • How do Erikson’s stages of development compare to Freud’s stages? How are they similar? How are they different?
  • Between these two theories, which one do you feel best explains your own personality development? Justify your answers with specific examples.

Write a 3–4-page paper in Word format. Insert your chart at the end of your paper. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M3_A2.doc.

Course Project Grading Criteria and Rubric

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Chart identifies general characteristics of people being observedChart identifies each person’s Erikson’s stage of development
(Course Objective [CO] 2)
20
Explains which events of this developmental stage influence this outcome(CO 2)
24
Summarizes learning about psychosocial development, applies observations(CO 2)
24
Explains the connection between Erikson’s stages of development and personality development(CO 2)
28
Determines which theory best fits own personality development, applies self-observations(CO 1, 2)
28
Presentation Components:Organization (12)
Usage and Mechanics (12)
APA Elements (16)
Style (4)
44
Total:
200

For this project you will write about a category of criminal activity you studied and found most compelling during the course of this class.

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DEFINE AND DESCRIBE THE CATEGORY OF CRIME, ITS CHARACTERISTICS,

CCJS 461 PSYCHOLOGY OF A CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR
For this project you will write about a category of criminal activity you studied and found most compelling during the course of this class. In general, your assignment is to examine this criminal activity, its theoretical perspectives, and the underlying factors in an effort to explain the behavior and reduce recidivism in the future. Use your critical thinking and research skills to compose a paper that demonstrates what you have learned in this course.
Instructions:
Choose a category of crime from the range of criminal activities you studied this semester, such as homicide, economic/white collar crime, family violence, school/workplace violence, sexual assault, terrorism, etc.
Select a specific individual or group that perpetrated this type of crime
Begin with a brief (150 to 200 word) abstract, which is a comprehensive summary of the contents of your project
Use your course materials and at least three (3) outside resources (not course instructional material) to support your work
Write a concluding statement.
 
Project Outline
1.      Define and describe the category of crime, its characteristics, typical offenders, and the theoretical perspectives attributed to it.
2.      Identify and describe your chosen individual or group that perpetrated this type of crime.
3.      Explain the perpetrator/s background. For example:
·        If an individual, explain where they were born, their family structure, the socioeconomic conditions, education, their life events that led up to the criminal act, etc.
·        If a group of individuals or political faction, explain how and why the group was formed, when they were active, where they were located, how they were organized, etc.
4.      If you have identified a specific exemplary incident describe the crime. Explain what happened, when it happened, where it happened, the conditions that led up to the crime (s), what if any gain the perpetrator realized as a result of the crime etc.
5.      Explain the factors or predictors that may have influenced this criminal behavior such as, but not limited to:
·        Risk factors (as outlined in your textbook)
·        Psychological disorders
·        Mental illness
·        Substance abuse
·        Motivations
·        Political ideologies
6.      Explain whether the offender (s) were able to follow through with the crime (s).
·        If they were able to, how did they achieve it? Over what time period?
·        If not, why not?
7.      Identify and describe the legal, corrective, and/or rehabilitative action that is appropriately directed to perpetrators of this criminal activity. Is there evidence (or do you believe) the punishment and or treatment programs can be effective in reducing recidivism?
8.      Describe and evaluate any associated outcomes/impact emanating from this criminal activity or specific incident, such as increased social awareness, change in policy or laws, negative backlash or unintended effects, etc.
9.      Concluding statement
 
Project Format:
·        Minimum 7, maximum 10 pages, 1 inch margins, double spaced, 12 font
o   Cover page (Student’s name, Project title, Class title and number, Date of submission) and Reference page/s are not included in the page count
·        Minimum of 3 outside sources in addition to class instructional materials
o   References are to be cited in both the narrative/content and the Reference page using the APA citation format

Discussed at least five important skills that any effective counselor should possess, explained what each skill entailed and why each is important to the therapeutic process.

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DISCUSS FIVE IMPORTANT SKILLS THAT ANY EFFECTIVE COUNSELOR SHOULD POSSESS, EXPLAINE WHAT EACH SKILL ENTAIL AND WHY EACH IS IMPORTANT TO THE THERAPEUTIC PROCESS.

Assignment 3: Effective Counselors
George is a 28-year-old male, currently pursuing a degree in psychology. He wants to be a counselor for people with adjustment difficulties. However, George’s supervisors are suggesting he consider changing his career because he seems to lack the particular skills he needs to be a competent and effective counselor. His supervisors have identified the following tendencies in George:

  • He has a tendency to be judgmental and narrow-minded about people different from him..
  • He is very guarded and defensive with people and typically thinks that other people are trying to put him down.
  • He often forces his opinions on people.

Please answer each of the following questions thoroughly in a paper that is a minimum of 800 words in length.

  1. How will George’s usual ways of dealing with people affect his attempt to be an effective counselor? Analyze each of the characteristics mentioned above (judgmental, narrow-minded, guarded/defensive, and opinionated).
  2. Identify and discuss at least five of the most important skills that a counselor should have to be effective in their field? Explain what each skill entails and why each skill is important to the therapeutic process.
  3. What ethical standards might George be in danger of violating if he does not change his way of interacting with clients? Be sure to include at least a couple of references to the ethical codes in your response.
  4. Suggest at least three practical steps that George can take to develop the characteristics and skills he needs to be an effective therapist?
Assignment 3 Grading Criteria and Respective Point Value MaximumPoints
Analyzed all four of the problematic behaviors George has shown (judgmental, narrow-minded, guarded/defensive, and opinionated) as they related to him being an effective counselor. 15
Discussed at least five important skills that any effective counselor should possess, explained what each skill entailed and why each is important to the therapeutic process. 20
Discussed at least two potential ethical violations that George might realistically commit given his current way of interacting with clients. Incorporated and explained at least two ethical codes and discussed the relevance of each given George’s situation. 25
Proposed at least three practical steps George can take to develop the characteristics and skills he needs from this point to be an effective counselor. 20
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources, displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. 20
Total: 100