Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this sessions participants will be able to:

  • Describe the differences between feigning, malingering, and insufficient effort in the context of psychological assessment

  • Describe the types of instruments used to detect feigning and the strengths and limitations for these instruments when applied to individuals with ID and/or psychosis

  • Recognize test adaptations and adjustments to the interpretation of test results in the context of cognitive deficits and psychotic symptoms

Presented By

Barry Rosenfeld, PhD, ABPP

Barry Rosenfeld is a Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor of Law at Fordham University. He is currently the President of the American Psychology-Law Society and past president of the International Association of Forensic Mental Health Services. Dr. Rosenfeld has published more than 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters addressing a wide range of topics in psychology and law, including malingering, violence risk assessment, and cross-cultural issues in forensic assessment. He is also board certified in forensic psychology and conducts evaluations in both civil and criminal forensic settings, including individuals in diverse cultural settings both within and outside of the U.S.