Forensic Psychiatry
Forensic psychiatry operates at the intersection of mental health & the legal system, addressing issues such as criminal responsibility, competency, and risk assessment. It also incorporates principles of psychology to support comprehensive forensic evaluations.
Psychiatry 2026 will explore contemporary issues in forensic assessment, legal frameworks, & the psychiatric care of justice-involved populations.
Sub-Tracks:
12.1: Criminal Responsibility & Insanity Defense
12.2: Competency to St& Trial
12.3: Violence Risk Assessment & Management
12.4: Psychopathy & Personality Disorders in Forensic Settings
12.5: Prison & Juvenile Justice Psychiatry