(Forensic psychology)
Find a video demonstrating a cognitive interview and share the link
(Perhaps Chris Watts murder interview?). Examine the video and discuss the psychology involved in police investigation strategies being used.
1. What interviewing tactics are the investigators using to elicit the most accurate information from the interviewee?
2. What type of questions should the investigators be asking?
3. What body language should investigators be paying attention to during the interviews?
4. How do the investigators determine the accuracy of information reported?
5. How would you guide the investigators further in their interview assessments?
Be sure to use specific examples from your video to answer the questions.
6. Ask a thought-provoking question.
7. Find a scholarly article related to this topic and briefly summarize it.