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Revista Colombiana de Psiquiatría
Print version ISSN 0034-7450
Abstract
SWEENEY, María. The Psychiatrist as an Expert Witness. rev.colomb.psiquiatr. [online]. 2005, vol.34, suppl.1, pp.12-20. ISSN 0034-7450.
This paper instructs on the role the psychiatrist plays in the judicial system in the United States. Important recommendations appear on the behavior of a skillful psychiatrist in the courtroom, how to be more credible and efficient and avoid getting into trouble. Aspects of the presentation of the forensic psychiatrist as an expert witness are detailed. Advice and suggestions on the matter are provided.
Keywords : psychiatry; expert testimony.