Tag Archives: forensic psychology

4 Influential Figures in the History of Forensic Psychology

Posted on January 9, 2018 by jchasenovelist

Forensic psychology is a fascinating specialty that focuses on researching human behavior, as it relates to the law. To that end, forensic psychologists utilize their research, experience and skills to consult within the legal system – in both civil and … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology, Forensic | Tagged forensic, forensic psychology, harry hollingworth, history, human behavior, jennifer chase author and criminolgist, lie detector, munsterberg, on the witness stand, psychology, scientific, william marston, wonder woman | 2 Comments

The Psychology Behind Loving a Killer

Posted on November 22, 2014 by jchasenovelist

As regular readers of my novels or this blog (or likely just anyone with whom I strike up a conversation) will know, I have a longstanding fascination with the criminal mind. What makes a serial killer commit the heinous acts … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology, Serial Killers | Tagged author, crime, crime thriller, criminologist, emily stone series, forensic psychology, jennifer chase, manson, marriage, media, murders, mystery, psychology, serial killer, star, suspense | 6 Comments

Vicarious Traumatization is a Reality for Forensic Psychiatrists

Posted on January 5, 2014 by jchasenovelist

We know that those who are victims of horrific crimes and live to share their experiences often suffer from psychological repercussions that can take a lifetime to heal. But what about the men and women who work to capture the … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology | Tagged crime, criminal mind, criminology, emily stone series, emotional, forensic, forensic psychiatrist, forensic psychology, jennifer chase, john bradford, mystery, psychology, ptsd, trauma, vicarious traumatization, victims | Leave a comment

Senseless Crime is Even More So When Committed by Children

Posted on October 26, 2013 by jchasenovelist

As an academic of criminal psychology and someone who purposefully tries to put herself in the minds of violent individuals when writing novels, I am exposed to many stories that make you wonder how a person can make choices so … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, Criminology | Tagged author jennifer chase, award winning dead burn, Boston Red Sox, child psychopathy, Colleen Ritzer, crime, crime by children, criminal behavior, danvers, forensic psychology, homicide, jennifer chase criminologist, Massachusetts, murder, mystery, Philip Chism, psychological, teen violence | 3 Comments

Comments by Rapists and Printed in British “Lad Mags” are Indistinguishable

Posted on January 7, 2012 by jchasenovelist

I spent some time over the holidays catching up on what some of the professionals who I respect in the field of forensic psychology have been sharing with their reading audience lately. I came across a fascinating, although disturbing, piece … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology | Tagged author jennifer chase, british journal of psychology, british lad magazines, forensic psychology, psychology, sex offenders | 1 Comment

A Kid’s Home Should Be a Safe Place

Posted on November 18, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Our children learn at home and at school about how to keep their guards up around strangers and that if they have been harmed, or they think someone wants to do them harm, they are to tell a trusted adult. … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology | Tagged author jennifer chase, child safety, crime, crime fiction, emily stone series, forensic psychology, homicide | 1 Comment

Looking for a Good Overview of Forensic Psychology?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It’s fun when I encounter an article and as I’m reading it, I think, “Yes! This explains perfectly why I have such a passion for my chosen field!” I never cease to be fascinated by the world of forensic psychology. … Continue reading →