Clinical Psychologists Conducting Assessments in Forensic Settings May Be Asked

question 25

Multiple Choice

Clinical psychologists conducting assessments in forensic settings may be asked to

• A) predict the dangerousness of a defendant or criminal.
• B) determine the mental status of a defendant pleading not guilty by reason of insanity.
• C) all of the above
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Biodiversity Hotspot

Geographic regions that are rich in species diversity, including many endemic species, and are under significant threat from human activities.

Ex Situ Conservation

The practice of conserving animals, plants, or their genetic material outside their natural habitat, as in zoos or seed banks.

In Situ Conservation

The process of protecting an endangered species in its natural habitat, as opposed to ex situ conservation, which involves protecting species by removing part of the population from a threatened habitat.

Biodiversity Hotspot

A region that is significantly rich in biodiversity and is under threat from human activities.