Reflections of a Student Evaluator: Animal Maltreatment as a Line in the Sand for Forensic Work
Date of Award
2023
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Lavita Nadkarni
Second Advisor
Laura Meyer
Third Advisor
Karen Grabowski
Keywords
Forensic psychology, Forensic assessment, Risk assessment, Animal abuse, Special populations
Abstract
Animal maltreatment is a complex issue that has gained increasing public attention over the last several years. With increased attention has come misconceptions and stigma regarding the individuals who commit these offenses, and sound clinical approaches to treatment and intervention with this population are significantly lacking. Additionally, there are few forensically focused clinicians who feel willing and/or equipped to work with this population. The purpose of this paper is to examine my experiences as a student evaluator, exploring how they highlight the characteristics of this subset of offenders, and thereby suggesting best practices for evaluation and treatment to help prevent further victimization. Data and case examples from a university-based training clinic are provided to illustrate the complexities noted within these cases. Personal experiences are also shared to emphasize the importance of self-reflective practice and supervision when engaging in this type of work.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Extent
32 pgs
Recommended Citation
Hauglid, Laura P., "Reflections of a Student Evaluator: Animal Maltreatment as a Line in the Sand for Forensic Work" (2023). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 486.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/486