Using the information in Box 11-1 (Wrightsman), choose one area of forensic psychological practice within civil law. Delineate one or more ethical dilemmas

Using the information in Box 11-1 (Wrightsman), choose one area of forensic psychological practice within civil law. Delineate one or more ethical dilemmas or difficulties that mental health professionals working in this area would have to face. Describe the difficulty or conflict. Add recommendations about how the professional should proceed.

References

Greene, E., & Heilbrun, K. (2019). Wrightsman’s psychology and the legal system (9th ed.). Cengage.

• Chapter 11 “Forensic Assessment in Civil Cases”
• Slobogin, C., Hafemeister, L.T., & Mossman, D. (2020). Law and the mental health system: Civil and criminal aspects (7th ed.). West Academic Publishing.
  
  • Chapter 8, “Civil Commitment”
• Ethical Principles for Psychologists and Code of ConductLinks to an external site.
• Specialty Guidelines for Forensic PsychologistsLinks to an external site.