This is a webinar presentation for clinicians interested in understanding the diagnostic process utilized in forensic evaluation. The roles of obtaining history, of mental status examination, of psychological testing and of cultural sensitivity and awareness will be discussed. The intricacies of ethical awareness and self-awareness will be explored. Actual case studies will be utilized, maintaining confidentiality in non-exploitative discussions.
https://nefesh.org/workshops/FORENSICENCOUNTERSWITHRELIGIOUSANDCULTUREBASEDDISORDERS/viewFREE WEBINAR
Forensic Encounters With Religious And Culture-Based Disorders
Previously Recorded
Presenter: Dr. David Fox
Course Length: 1 Hour
Learning Objectives:
- Learn concepts and terms in forensic diagnosis
- Learn religious and cultural awareness variables
- Learn formulation of psychodiagnosis in forensic work
This is a webinar presentation for clinicians interested in understanding the diagnostic process utilized in forensic evaluation. The roles of obtaining history, of mental status examination, of psychological testing and of cultural sensitivity and awareness will be discussed. The intricacies of ethical awareness and self-awareness will be explored. Actual case studies will be utilized, maintaining confidentiality in non-exploitative discussions.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn concepts and terms in forensic diagnosis
- Learn religious and cultural awareness variables
- Learn formulation of psychodiagnosis in forensic work
Agenda:
Provide definitions and concepts 15'
Present cases 30'
Discuss considerations 15'
Share outcomes 15-30'
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives