Beyond the ForenPsyches 1: Myths & Misconceptions about Forensic Psychology and Crime
Tune in to our new series on Forensic Psychology! What do forensic psychologists do? How accurate is the media's representation of them? Do they solve crimes? Are people with mental illnesses as prone to violence as we may think? In today’s episode, our discussion will centre on some common myths and misconceptions about forensic psychology, criminals and crime, whilst also shedding light on the realities and the reasons behind the existence of such myths.
We will also be discussing how you as an individual can play a role in eliminating some of these myths.
Creators: Cadila Menezes and Simran Singh
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