• Define and explain schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders based on the DSM-5 and the scholarly articles found in this week’s Learning Resources.
  • Explain the driving factors that bring some individuals with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders into contact with the criminal justice system.
  • Explain the forensic psychological implications of schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. 

Note: Your posts should be substantial (300–500 words), supported with scholarly evidence from your research and/or the Learning Resources, and properly cited using APA style. Personal anecdotes are acceptable within meaningful responses but cannot stand alone as a response.