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INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC INTERVIEWING

Presenters: Miriam Wolf

Abstract Category: Interviewing

Instruction Level: Beginner

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Description:

Structure and phases of child forensic interviewing, including developmental, psychological and cultural considerations.

Abstract:

This workshop will provide an overview of the structure of a child forensic interview, and developmental, psychological and cultural considerations in interviewing.  Phases of the interview to be discussed include:  Preparation; Rapport Building (including Instructions to child and use of practice Narratives); Transition; Information Gathering; Closure.  Special emphasis will be placed on working with a multidisciplinary team and the importance of advanced training and feedback/supervision for child interviewers.