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April 16, 2025 44 mins

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Inside Forensic Psychology: Murder, Risk, and Rehabilitation with Dr. Michael Brannon

Join Daniel Rosenberg on Two Taps & Friends as he interviews Dr. Michael Brannon, a leading forensic psychologist and co-director of the Institute for Behavioral Sciences and Law. 🧠 They dive into the world of criminal psychology, exploring murder cases, risk assessment, personality disorders like narcissism and sociopathy, sex offender evaluations, and the challenges of rehabilitation. From death penalty cases to malingering, this episode uncovers the science behind the law! ⚖️

⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️
00:00:00 - 00:03:03 🎙️ Introduction: Meet Dr. Michael Brannon!
00:03:03 - 00:06:13 🧠 Dr. Brannon’s Background & Forensic Psychology Roles
00:06:13 - 00:08:29 📊 Understanding Risk Assessment in Criminal Cases
00:08:29 - 00:10:32 ⚖️ Murder Cases: Impulsivity vs. Psychopathy
00:10:32 - 00:15:11 🩺 Personality Disorders: Narcissism vs. Sociopathy
00:15:11 - 00:18:05 🔍 Factors of Violence: Patterns, Drugs, and Head Injuries
00:18:05 - 00:20:50 🏈 CTE and Head Injuries: Impact on Behavior
00:20:50 - 00:23:57 ⚖️ Death Penalty Phase: The Parkland Case Explained
00:23:57 - 00:25:52 🧑‍⚖️ Mitigating Factors in Sentencing: Defense Strategies
00:25:52 - 00:29:09 🚨 Expert Bias in Forensic Evaluations
00:29:09 - 00:33:55 🔒 Sex Offenders: Risk Factors and Misconceptions
00:33:55 - 00:37:11 📱 Hidden Dangers: Profiles of Sex Offenders
00:37:11 - 00:37:59 🌱 Rehabilitation: Empathy and the Good Lives Model
00:39:59 - 00:43:15 🕵️ Detecting Truth and Lies in Evaluations
00:43:15 - 00:44:05 👋 Closing Thoughts

Do you think personality disorders like narcissism or sociopathy play a big role in criminal behavior? Let us know! ⚖️

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To learn more about Dr. Michael Brannon visit: http://theibsl.com/dr-michael-brannon

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