Behavioral Genetics and the Forensic Mental Health Provider: An Overview

Behav Sci Law. 2015 Oct;33(5):598-606. doi: 10.1002/bsl.2208. Epub 2015 Sep 14.

Abstract

The area of behavioral genetics has sufficiently entered the area of forensic mental health work that providers should have some working knowledge of the strengths and limitations of these exciting technical advances. Using MAOA as an example, this essay reviews some of the recurring themes in forensic behavioral genetics and suggests additional ways in which the technology might be used in legal matters.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Forensic Psychiatry / ethics*
  • Forensic Psychiatry / legislation & jurisprudence*
  • Genetics, Behavioral / ethics*
  • Genetics, Behavioral / legislation & jurisprudence*
  • Humans
  • Mental Health / ethics
  • Mental Health / legislation & jurisprudence