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AAFP: Evaluation of Children In Personal Injury Cases

Presented By Jemour A. Maddux Psy.D., ABPP
Jemour A. Maddux Psy.D., ABPP

4 hours | 4 CEs

This on-demand professional training program on the Evaluation of Children in Personal Injury Cases is presented by Jemour A. Maddux, PsyD, ABPP in partnership with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP).

This program focuses on the evaluation of children in personal injury cases. First described is relevant case law and empirical literature, followed by step-by-step guidance for practitioners undertaking these evaluations. Next, the types of interviews and psychological tests that are utilized in these evaluations are discussed, including matters regarding group and individual differences. Finally, participants are introduced to a model and demonstratives for collecting, analyzing, and communicating evaluation data.

Intended Audience

This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals

Experience Level

This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.

CE / CPD Credit

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program you will be able to:

Describe the key finding in five landmark cases in tort law

Describe and employ an approach for analyzing causation

Describe how economic status, race, indigenous heritage, and other demographic factors may relate to the child’s litigation and participation in the evaluation

Describe at least two strengths and two weaknesses of interviews and psychological tests that are often utilized in these evaluations

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Presented By

Jemour A. Maddux Psy.D., ABPP

Jemour A. Maddux Psy.D., ABPP is board certified in forensic psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology. He is also a member of the American Psychological Association (APA)’s Committee on Professional Practice and Standards. Dr. Maddux has contributed to the development of various p...

Curriculum

1. Introduction

2. The Literature

3. Referral & Evaluation Preparation

4. Evaluation Process & Report Writing

Develop a Specialty Area of Practice

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Expert Instructors

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CE Credit

Earn CE credit for meaningful professional training that will elevate your practice

Convenience & Flexibility

Learn at your own pace, from wherever you might be!

Program Partner

American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP)

We are proud to partner with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP) for this training. AAFP is a non-profit organization of board-certified forensic psychologists whose mission is to contribute to the development and maintenance of forensic psychology as a specialized field of study, research, and practice. The Academy does this by providing high-quality continuing education workshops, providing a forum for the exchange of scientific information among its members, and conferring awards upon outstanding students and practitioners in the field of forensic psychology.

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