Primepoint Interview Project Paper

The field of forensic psychology is constantly evolving due to new research and better techniques that have developed. The polygraph test was created many years ago; however, it is still being analyzed and

S is a 59 year old African-American female born and raised in Anson County who has attended several institutes of higher learning. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Secretarial Administration from Barber-Scotia College, she later received special education teaching licensure from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Because of her love for learning, S has also taken online classes through the University of Phoenix. She has been a secondary special education teacher for three years and currently works with 8th graders at Anson Middle School.

Polygraph- an electronic instrument Taft records physiological arousal from multiple channels, it is often used as a kid detector the signals are kicked oh by denies attached to different parts of the body. Rubber tubes are strapped around a suspects torso to measure breathing, blood pressure cuffs are wrapped around the upper arm do measure pulse rate abs electrodes ads places on fingertips to record sweat-gland activity or perspiration these signals are send by amplifies and can be seen usually it's to detect deception. But not full-proof sometimes truthful people fail the test and people who understand the test can fake the

For my In-Depth Interview paper, I chose to Interview my co-worker Senada Cufurovic whom I work with at Bank of the West. Senada finds herself culturally diverse as being from another country and culture. As long as I have known Senada from working with her for the past two years, I have never been able to get to know her background from where she came from until this opportunity to interview her came up.

Facts of the case: Imagine you are an HR manager and your boss and owner of the company, Bill, comes to you suspecting his assistant, Paige, is stealing money from the company. Bill would like a polygraph test conducted to see if Paige is stealing from the company. He would also like you to conduct electronic surveillance on Paige’s work e-mail for anything suspicious.

The purpose of this paper is to provide an assessment of psychological profiling as an investigative tool for the future. The paper will try to focus on what happens if profiles are developed that have not accurately portrayed the apprehended. Additionally this paper will be reviewing the Baton Rouge Serial Killer and The Unabomer cases in order to answer additional questions such as; what were the main criticisms documented in these specific cases, how can a profiler achieve the desired end results using the resources available, and what future challenges do you see this approach facing as more

Psychologists also consult with interrogators on the application of polygraph tests and the analysis of the results. Although polygraph testing is used frequently in local and federal agencies, it is not supported by the scientific community as a majority of scientists believe that the tests are not “theoretically sound”, that they do not have a high validity and that the test could be beaten as a result. Again, this application does not seem to compromise code of ethics either.

Behavior analysis focuses mainly on understanding the conduct or behavior of the suspects (Inbau et al., 2011). Interrogators may face a challenge in getting a suspect’s statement if they are not capable of reading and understanding the suspect’s conduct in terms of both verbal and non-verbal language. Reading the body language enables the interrogators to detect when the suspect is telling the truth or when lying. Behavior signs for deception may include fidgeting, perspiration, not maintaining eye contact, uneasiness, and many other behaviors. However, not every suspect is likely to behave in a similar way which makes it quite difficult for the interrogators to analyze the suspect's behavior and may end up making a false confession statement. Therefore, interrogators have to base their suspect behavior analysis based on the evidence provided as well as their personal

It was not until the “father of criminology,” Cesare Lombrosso attempted to measure blood pressure to detect lies in the late 1800’s that the modern polygraph’s roots can be seen (Lewis & Cuppari, 2009). Soon after in the early 1900s, Vittorio Benussi expanded on Lombrosso’s idea and included breathing rate and pulse in the detection of lies. He even had a range of changes that constituted “lies” called the Benussi ratio (Grubin & Madsen, 2005). The foundation for the modern-day polygraph had been laid, and the controversy was about to begin.

Although there are significant differences of opinions of using the traditional method of screening officers, psychologists are mindful of the complexity of behavior and are cautious in claiming the accuracy of these assessments (Scrivner, 1994). In a national survey conducted by Conchrane, Tett, and Vandecreek (2003) found that the extent and nature of assessment procedures revealed a majority of police departments perform a background investigation, medical exam, interview, drug test, physical fitness exam, and polygraph test. This study also found that 90% of responding agencies require a psychological evaluation, and the results showed the majority of police departments used extensive and sophisticated measures (Cochrane,

A pre-test briefing took place whereby the Examiner explained the polygraph instrumentation, reason for examination and procedures to be followed during the test. The Examiner also explained the theory of polygraph testing.

If I was to be questioned with the use of a polygraph test I would hope it to be the Comparison Question Test. The CQT first begins with irrelevant questions, which will provide a baseline for the test to go off of. Some irrelevant questions that might be asked are, “Is your first name Cassidy,” or “What your birthday is?” They will then ask relevant questions, which will be strictly related to the crime committed. Questions that may be asked are, “Have you ever robbed a bank before,” or “Have you ever committed a crime in which you stole money?” By asking irrelevant and relevant questions, it will provide a distinction between the two answers. Questions that are familiar to the offender will allow them to answer with a relaxed tone of

There are several types of questions an examiner will ask during the polygraph examination. There are the Relevant questions, Sacrifice relevant question, Comparison questions, Irrelevant questions and Introductory question. Relevant questions are simple questions that the examiner can easily answer with a “yes” or “no.” Sacrifice relevant question is asked to make sure the examinee intend to answer each questions truthfully. Next the examiner will introduce the comparison questions. These questions are asked in order to evaluate the examinees character and the issue at hand. The neutral questions simple questions that can be answered “yes”. These questions are asked to make sure the examinee is paying attention. The introductory question are asked to assure the examinee that no un-reviewed questions will be asked during the examination. After the polygraph examination is complete, the examiner will begin the post-test interview.

Credibility- Now, I would like to consider myself an expert lie detector, but apparently binge-watching 12 seasons of Criminal Minds in 3 months does not give me those qualifications. So to better inform and assist you, my lovely audience, I did some research, mostly utilizing online materials.

The polygraph test is one of the most controversial criminal investigative techniques of all-time. From the initial years of the invention to today, there is not a consensus about the investigative tool. That is why there are many people for and against the administration of polygraph tests. Therefore, in order to develop a clear picture of the polygraph test the history of the test must be established. Although, there are many sources that have well documented concerns about the invention, the polygraph test is still around after almost 80 years.