How Consistent Should Results Be,or How Sure Should a Psychologist

question 54

Essay

How consistent should results be,or how sure should a psychologist be,of the reliability of his or her findings,before the psychologist offers a conclusion to the legal system based on the findings? What standards of proof might be applied?

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Definitions:

Heart Problems

Medical conditions affecting the structure and function of the heart, leading to a variety of health issues.

Hispanic Americans

Individuals in the United States who trace their roots to Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America and Spain, contributing to the cultural diversity of the U.S.

Mortality Rate

The quantification of death rates within a given population, adjusted for its size, over a specific time period.

African Americans

A racial or ethnic group in the United States with ancestry tracing back to Africa, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa.