User:Reelenae23/Evaluate an Article

Which article are you evaluating?
Forensic psychology

Why you have chosen this article to evaluate?
I selected the article due to my academic foundation in Criminal Justice. This choice aligns with my educational background and allows me to explore the intersection of psychology and criminal justice, fostering a deeper understanding of the forensic aspects of the field. My preliminary impression of this article was learning the history and how Forensic Psychology became a discipline.

Lead section

 * Does the lead include an introductory sentence that concisely and clearly describes the article's topic? The introductory sentence gives a brief definition of what Forensic Psychology is but doesn't describe what the article will be about.
 * Does the lead include a brief description of the article's major sections? The lead doesn't discuss the major article sections but it goes through the different areas of where Forensic Psychology can be applied.
 * Does the lead include information that is not present in the article? (It shouldn't.) The lead defines what Forensic Psychology is and how it can be applied through the different areas of psychology and law, everything that is mentioned is described through the different article sections.
 * Is the lead concise or is it overly detailed? The lead is clear and concise as it provides what Forensic Psychology is and how it can be applied. Throughout the article's major sections where additional details are provided.

Content

 * Is the article's content relevant to the topic? The topic is Forensic Psychology and it discusses training, education, research, practice, and ethics. In my opinion, this relates to the overall understanding of Forensic Psychology.
 * Is the content up-to-date? Most of the references are dated 1988 and 2022 which would be appropriate as it delves into the history of Forensic Psychology which provides attentive information to keep the reader engaged.
 * Is there content that is missing or content that does not belong? When they discuss the training and education for Forensic Psychology, it jumps right to graduate-level education and how to get a career after graduating with a Ph.D. or Psy.D. However, it doesn't discuss what type of education you should study in undergrad, what internships should be applied to, or what other ways you can get into this industry. What are the other requirements?
 * Does the article deal with one of Wikipedia's equity gaps? Does it address topics related to historically underrepresented populations or topics? This article is focused on Forensic Psychology and how Forensic Psychologists can utilize practices in different areas of law to identify why individuals commit crimes. They discuss individuals who need to be evaluated because they are dealing with mental health conditions.

Tone and Balance

 * Is the article neutral? Yes, I read this article and recognized a neutral tone, none of the content seemed to be biased.
 * Are there any claims that appear heavily biased toward a particular position? There are no biases presented in the article. Understanding what Forensic Psychology is, where it started, how it's used, and what Forensic Psychologists do were the main points discussed, but there was no position to take.
 * Are there viewpoints that are overrepresented, or underrepresented? I would've liked to see a section on how individuals in the legal field such as lawyers, detectives, and police officers interact with Forensic Psychology and how it benefits their job, what are the pros and cons?
 * Are minority or fringe viewpoints accurately described as such? No, I didn't capture this from reading this article.
 * Does the article attempt to persuade the reader to favor one position or away from another? No

Sources and References

 * Does a reliable secondary source of information back up all the facts in the article? The American Academy of Forensic Psychology and The American Board of Forensic Psychology are mentioned throughout the article backing up the research and assessments mentioned. Most of the references are from Psychology journals, University libraries, Teacher-Student Papers, Forensic Psychology books, and the History Channel website.
 * Are the sources thorough - i.e. Do they reflect the available literature on the topic?
 * Are the sources current? Most of the references are dated 1988 and 2022 which would be appropriate as it delves into the history of Forensic Psychology which provides attentive information to keep the reader engaged.
 * Are the sources written by a diverse spectrum of authors? Do they include historically marginalized individuals where possible? There seems to be a fairly good balance between both women and men along with varying education and experience based on the reference lists.
 * Are better sources available, such as peer-reviewed articles in place of news coverage or random websites? (You may need to do some digging to answer this.) Most of the references are from Psychology journals, University libraries, Teacher-Student Papers, Forensic Psychology books, and the History Channel website. To be listed in journals and University libraries there have to be requirements met such as reliable sources within the papers submitted along with a certain level of expertise. The only outlier was the History Channel but typically because this is presented on television, industry experts are involved. It was appropriate to use the books written on Forensic Psychology and Criminal Profiling.
 * Check a few links. Do they work? I reviewed the references opened up links in various tabs and verified that they work and are legit and secure.

Organization and writing quality

 * Is the article well-written - i.e. Is it concise, clear, and easy to read?
 * Does the article have any grammatical or spelling errors?
 * Is the article well-organized - i.e. broken down into sections that reflect the major points of the topic? The article is broken down into sections and subsections. The main topic is Forensic Psychology and describing what it is and how it can be applied. Here is how the sections are broken down:


 * History
 * Training and Education
 * Practice and research in Forensic Psychology
 * Practice/direct service
 * Treatment
 * Consultations
 * Research
 * Education
 * Advocacy


 * Forensic Psychological evaluations
 * Common types of evaluations
 * Forensic assessments of competencies
 * Forensic assessment of insanity
 * Violence risk assessment
 * Other types of evaluations


 * Distinction between forensic and therapeutic evaluation
 * Ethics in Forensic Psychology
 * Notable research in forensic psychology

Images and Media

 * Does the article include images that enhance understanding of the topic? There is only one image of an early edition of Hugo Muensterberg's "On the Witness Stand" book which is one of the first books to detail how psychology can be used in legal proceedings.
 * Are images well-captioned? The one image mentioned outlines what the book is but doesn't describe anything else. However, for a reader, it's just a way to engage a reader from a historical perspective of how the book looked and how long ago it was created.
 * Do all images adhere to Wikipedia's copyright regulations? Yes, it adheres to Wikipedia's copyright regulations. You can view this by clicking the image and you are redirected to the page where the picture is cited appropriately by the author and the author outlines the image in the copyright section.
 * Are the images laid out in a visually appealing way? Not in my opinion, no. The image could've been put in the middle of the article instead of to the side so the reader can stay engaged instead of having to stop and look to the right which causes the reader to stop reading the article.

Talk page discussion

 * What kinds of conversations, if any, are going on behind the scenes about how to represent this topic? There are no conversations on this article on the talk page.
 * How is the article rated? Is it a part of any WikiProjects? This article is a level-5 vital article rated C-Class and is a part of the following WikiProjects: Crime and Criminal Biography, Law Enforcement, and Psychology.
 * How does the way Wikipedia discusses this topic differ from the way we've talked about it in class? Given that our doctorate program is centered around cybersecurity, and we haven't delved into forensic psychology in class. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Forensic Psychology accessible to the public, covering history, practices, education, and research. Our class discussions in a cybersecurity-focused program will involve more specialized, in-depth conversations about topics directly related to our field such as Artificial Intelligence. The focus of our class discussions may differ significantly from the broader coverage found in the article on Forensic Psychology on Wikipedia.

Overall impressions

 * What is the article's overall status? This article appears to be well-developed, providing a comprehensive overview of the topic. It covers various aspects, including history, training and education, practice and research, and notable research in the field.


 * What are the article's strengths?


 * 1) Comprehensive Coverage: The article covers a wide range of topics within forensic psychology, including its history, applications, training, and notable research.
 * 2) Inclusion of Key Figures: It includes mentions of significant figures in the history of forensic psychology, such as Hugo Münsterberg and William Marston.
 * 3) Relevance to Popular Culture: The article connects forensic psychology to its portrayal in popular media, offering examples from docuseries and TV shows, such as Criminal Minds and Netflix Series (Sins of Our Mother, Making a Murderer).


 * How can the article be improved? While the article mentions key historical events and figures, providing more in-depth examples or case studies could enhance the reader's understanding. Some sections are detailed, while others are more concise. Balancing the level of detail across all sections could improve the article's overall coherence.


 * How would you assess the article's completeness - i.e. Is the article well-developed? Is it underdeveloped or poorly developed? The article is well-developed, offering a thorough exploration of forensic psychology. It covers its historical evolution, current practices, and notable research from the industry. While there's always room for more depth in certain areas, the article serves as a wide-ranging introduction to the overall subject of Forensic Psychology.