INFLUENCE OF SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS ON THE CONCLUSIONS OF FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS
Abstract
This article examines the impact of socio-psychological factors on the process and outcomes of forensic psychological examinations. It explores how elements such as the expert’s social background, interpersonal communication, group pressure, and emotional state can affect objectivity in expert decision-making. Through a qualitative analysis of expert practice, the study reveals that awareness and management of these factors are essential for ensuring the reliability and impartiality of forensic psychological assessments.
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