This journal publishes research on the intersection of legal decision-making, criminal behavior, and psychological factors. Articles examine topics such as sentencing, violent extremism, wrongful convictions, psychopathy, bullying, and the impact of adverse childhood experiences on aggression and substance use. The research often explores theoretical models, risk factors, and intervention strategies within forensic and legal contexts.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
LawQ1
Clinical PsychologyQ3
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q3
Psychiatry and Mental HealthQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
LawPsychology, Applied
Scopus Categories
LawPsychiatry and Mental HealthMedicine (miscellaneous)Clinical Psychology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Psychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingCriminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisHealthcare Decision-Making and RestraintsCrime Patterns and InterventionsDeception detection and forensic psychologyChild Abuse and TraumaSexual Assault and Victimization StudiesHomicide, Infanticide, and Child AbuseJury Decision Making ProcessesStalking, Cyberstalking, and Harassment