Define the term risk assessment as discussed in Huss Chapter 5 Discuss and explain the role of violence in the risk assessment domain. Describe the arguments about the relative strengths and weaknesses of violence predictions. You should clearly incorporate and apply the concepts discussed on pages 97-101 of the text. Do not just copy from the textbook or assigned readings. You are being asked to explain and discuss this information. Thus, you need to use your critical thinking skills and logic to make connections, compare, and contrast your own experiences and knowledge with the ideas/research discussed in the assigned readings. Methodology of Risk Assessment (Criterion 2): (this criterion should take approximately 1-2 paragraphs to fully address) Explain how the methodology for risk assessment changed? Give specific examples, as identified on pages 102-103 of the text. Clearly address the shift from predictions of dangerousness to risk assessment. Do not just copy from the textbook or assigned readings. You are being asked to explain and discuss this information. Thus, you need to use your critical thinking skills and logic to make connections, compare, and contrast your own experiences and knowledge with the ideas/research discussed in the assigned readings. Differences in Assessments (Criterion 3): (this criterion should take approximately 2-3 paragraphs to fully address) Differentiate among clinical, actuarial, and structured assessments of risk as discussed in Huss, Chapter 5 This discussion must briefly summarize the strengths and weaknesses of each method of assessment. NOTE: do not discuss specific names of tests for this section of the response, you are asked to identify specific tests in a separate criterion discussed below. You must address each criterion in its own section of the response. Must explain the difference between the nomothetic and idiographic approaches and how the approach affects risk assessment. Risk Assessments (Criterion 4): (this criterion should take approximately 1-2 paragraphs to fully address) Identify and Describe at least 3 specific types of scales or ‘checklists’ are used in risk assessment? As part of your discussion make sure to address how the scale is administered, the types of questions and whether it is considered a valid assessment of risk. Differences in Predictors (Criterion 5): (this criterion should take approximately 1-2 paragraphs to fully address) Describe and explain the primary predictors of violence as discussed in Huss, Chapter 5 Which is the best predictor of future violence? Specifically, how good are we at assessing risk? Communicating Risk & Opinion on Prevention (Criterion 6): (this criterion should take approximately 1-2 paragraphs to fully address) Describe the mechanisms in place to communicate risk. In your opinion, are these mechanisms sufficient for protecting the community from violent offenders? If so, how? If not, what additional actions should be taken by the legal system and by psychologists. In your opinion, what are some possible legal and psychological options for preventing re-offending? Clearly identify either specific laws which should be in place and specific psychological protocols which could be used to prevent recidivism. Textbook and/or Research Connection: Students are required to use the information and research discussed in the assigned textbook chapter and/or course module pages to support and explain all concepts discussed in their written submissions. Do not just copy from the textbook or assigned readings. You are being asked to explain and discuss this information. Thus, you need to use your critical thinking skills and logic to make connections, compare, and contrast your own experiences and knowledge with the ideas/research discussed in the assigned readings. Additional Paper Requirements: APA style in-text citation and reference is required. Appropriate level of citation is required. Students may not use websites, of any kind, as a primary source of definitions for concepts in their responses. Submissions which do not contain both APA style in-text citation and reference and/or which use websites of any kind as a primary source may receive a zero. Submissions with a Turning score greater than 25% may be flagged for possible plagiarism. Paper Formatting must be: A minimum of 2 FULL pages single-spaced, 12-point New Times Roman font or similar. Do not exceed 3 pages. Reference citations included on the last page or on a separate page do not count towards writing minimum or maximum, nor does the reference heading count as use of titles in the body of the response. Do not use any titles or headings, course name or date. If you include your name or PID it should be included in the “header” of the document and not part of the main content. Do not use bullet points, outlines or numbering in your response. Essay/paragraph format is required. APA style in-text citation and reference is required. Appropriate level of citation is required. As stated in the syllabus and Obojobo modules on Avoiding Plagiarism, responses which do not contain BOTH in-text citation and references, using the appropriate level of citation for all sources will be flagged for plagiarism and receive a zero.
