Psychology
/ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒi/
Definitions
- (n.) The scientific study of the human mind and behavior as it relates to legal contexts, including competency assessments, witness credibility, and criminal behavior analysis.
The psychologist provided expert testimony on the defendant's mental state during the trial.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, psychology primarily pertains to assessments influencing judgments on mental fitness, responsibility, and credibility.
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