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Implementation of Practices Deemed Trauma-Informed in Juvenile Court
Most youth in the juvenile justice system have experienced trauma, which can be worsened by court involvement. A trauma-informed approach aims to address past trauma and prevent re-traumatization through specific court practices.
The Science of Human Memory Versus the Federal Rules of Evidence
Legal rules for evidence overlook how memory contamination can lead to false recollections. Eyewitness memory often changes between a crime and trial, yet early, more reliable police interviews are often discounted.
The Impact of Trauma and PTSD on Social Functioning in Refugees and Asylum Seekers Post-Migration: Systematic Review
Displacement numbers are rising globally, with 117.3 million people displaced in 2023. This often leads to trauma, impacting mental health and hindering social integration in host communities.
Differential Item Functioning in Reports of Delinquent Behavior between Black and White Youth: Evidence of Measurement Bias in Self-Reports of Arrest in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study
Differential item functioning in reports of delinquent behavior between Black and White youth: Evidence of measurement bias in self-reports of arrest in the adolescent brain cognitive development study
Self-reported youth delinquency offers valuable insights, often revealing higher rates than official records.
Prefrontal cortex structural and developmental associations with callous-unemotional traits and aggression
Early aggression and callous-unemotional traits in youth are strong risk factors for adult violence. These traits are associated with differences in brain structure, and early interventions show promise.
Editorial- Age differences in trust and fraud
Research suggests older adults are not necessarily more susceptible to online fraud than other age groups. Factors like fraudsters' techniques, past fraud experiences, and an individual's cautiousness may influence vulnerability.
Studying lack of awareness of cognitive decline in neurodegenerative diseases requires measures of both anosognosia and denial
Anosognosia, or lack of awareness of one's cognitive decline, is common in neurodegenerative diseases. Research suggests it is influenced by brain pathology and, importantly, by psychological and cultural factors.
Legal accountability and ethical considerations of AI in financial services
This paper explores the legal accountability and ethical considerations of using AI in financial services. It recommends strategies for financial institutions to navigate these challenges, ensuring responsible AI deployment.
From Security to Freedom— The Meaning of Financial Well-being Changes with Age
This article explores how the meaning of financial well-being changes across different age groups. Researchers interviewed individuals from young adulthood to nearing retirement to understand diverse perspectives.
Fraudsters target the elderly- Behavioural evidence from randomised controlled scam-baiting experiments
Email scams cause billions in losses globally. This study uses automated "scam-baiting" to understand what makes potential victims attractive to fraudsters, creating different victim personalities to observe scammer engagement.
Preventing fraud victimisation against older adults- Towards a holistic model for protection
This study creates a classification of tools and strategies used to prevent fraud against older adults in the UK and South Korea. It also examines the level of technology involved in these prevention methods.
Phishing vulnerability compounded by older age, apolipoprotein E e4 genotype, and lower cognition
Older age, a genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease, and lower working memory increase vulnerability to online financial fraud. These findings offer key insights for public health efforts to reduce exploitation risks.
Community-based substance use treatment programs for reentering justice-involved adults: A scoping review
Mass incarceration has led to many people reentering communities with untreated substance use disorders, increasing their risk of reincarceration and death. There is a critical need for community-based substance use treatment programs.
Jail-based interventions to reduce risk for opioid-related overdose deaths: Examples of implementation within Ohio counties participating in the HEALing Communities Study
Overdoses are a leading cause of death for individuals involved with the criminal legal system. Providing medication for opioid use disorder and naloxone in jails can significantly reduce post-release overdose deaths.