Psychologists Who Are Called on by the Courts to Render

question 133

Multiple Choice

Psychologists who are called on by the courts to render an opinion regarding a person's sanity must be prepared to

• A) explain all the ramifications of the fact that "sanity" and "insanity" are psychological, and not legal terms.
• B) deal with all the ramifications of the fact that the determination of "sanity" and "insanity" are ultimately left to a judge or a jury to decide.
• C) be sued by the patient if their opinions regarding the sanity of the patient are at odds with the determination of the court.
• D) undergo an examination evaluating their own mental status prior to being admitted to the courtroom.

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