David Dematteo
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 4126458 |
|---|---|
| NOME | David Dematteo |
| PRENOMES | David |
| SOBRENOME | Dematteo |
| ASSINATURA | DEMATTEO D |
| AFILIAÇÕES | Drexel University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-0266-5749 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 33 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 46 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 32 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 1 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2004 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 4 |
Law and human behavior at 50
is likely attributable, at least in part, to recent advances in forensic research and clinical-forensic practice, the increasingly complex legal landscape relevant to the psychology-law field, and growing recognition of the value of high-quality empirical research. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved)
Special issue on justice, legitimacy, and technology
This special issue explores the intersection of justice, legitimacy, and technology to illuminate connections among these inter-related concepts and provide much-needed data that have the potential to inform governmental actors and institutions. This Introduction begins with a discussion of the motivating influences and goals for the special issue, followed by a summary of the articles we selected for inclusion. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025…
Law and Human Behavior
and we are committed to maintaining the journal's high standards. We also appreciate the many contributions of the Editorial Board, ad hoc reviewers, Student Editorial Board reviewers, and participants in the Reviewer Mentoring Program for contributing their time and expertise to this journal. It takes the collective efforts of many people, including the American Psychology-Law Society Executive Committee and the publication staff at the American…
Citation accuracy, misinformation, and harmless error in American Psychological Association amicus curiae briefs
Based on a review of 16 recently submitted amicus curiae briefs by the American Psychological Association (APA) to the Supreme Court of the United States and other important courts, Marcus et al. (2025) strongly suggest that these briefs contain a significant number of inaccurate citations. They argue that these miscitations (a) misinform the court about important psychological findings, (b) could lead to significant injustice and harm, and (c) j…
The use of psychopathy assessments in Canadian case law
Professional practice guidelines for operational psychology
Operational psychologists provide a variety of psychological services in support of national security, national defense, and public safety. Their work may include the assessment of personnel for high-risk positions, consultation to investigations and crisis negotiations, support to military or intelligence training and operations, or other types of psychological and behavioral assessments. The practice of operational psychology differs in importa…
Overcoming stigma
Public perception on policies to address prenatal substance use
Further action toward valid science in Law and Human Behavior
s new requirements. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved)
Use of the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised in Legal Contexts
The construct of psychopathy has received considerable attention from clinicians, researchers, and legal practitioners because of its demonstrated association with a range of outcomes of interest to the criminal justice system. The Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R) is generally regarded as the premier assessment tool for measuring psychopathy in correctional and legal contexts, and the PCL-R is being used with increased frequency to address a…
The Personality Assessment Inventory in U.S. Case Law
(PAI), a popular measure of personality, psychopathology, and interpersonal functioning, has demonstrated utility to address various psycholegal questions. This case law review examines a large sample of randomly selected published U.S. case law decisions to ascertain how the PAI has been applied and considered by legal decision makers. The review indicates the instrument is popular in criminal and civil legal settings, particularly in preadjudic…
Following up after Moore and Hall
Introduction to the special issue on technology in the legal and criminal justice systems
Given the increased role of technology in many aspects of the legal system, we sought articles that addressed the most up-to-date research highlighting the application of digital technology to the fields of mental health, law, and justice. After describing the impetus and goals for the special issue, this Introduction summarizes the articles included in the special issue. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)
Jackson-based restorability to competence to stand trial
Self-Projected Protection Order Violations across Contexts, History, and Emotion Regulation
Death is different
Statement of concerned experts on the use of the Hare Psychopathy Checklist—Revised in capital sentencing to assess risk for institutional violence
Marking the progress of a “maturing” society
In the immediate wake of Hoffman’s independent review
In 2015, the American Psychological Association (APA) commissioned an independent review (IR) to examine APA's potential involvement with "enhanced interrogation" procedures following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The IR concluded that certain APA officials acted together with the Department of Defense to "align APA and curry favor with" the Department of Defense to allow the involvement of psychologists in such enhanced interrogations (Hoffman et …
Treatment for restoration of competence to stand trial
Risk assessment in sentencing decisions
Purpose The legal system’s use of risk assessment has grown exponentially over the past several decades. Empirically validated risk measures are commonly implemented in parole, bail, civil commitment, and presentence proceedings. Despite their growing popularity, both policy-makers and legal scholars question their moral and legal acceptability, particularly in presentence proceedings. The purpose of this paper is to assess the current role of ri…
Cyberstalking
Purpose As society becomes more technology oriented, cyberstalking is becoming an increasing concern. The purpose of this paper is to compare US state and federal statutory and case law to a survey of public perception of cyberstalking to examine if cyberstalking laws reflect public opinion. Design/methodology/approach A national sample of 303 participants ranging in age from 18 to 69 years ( M =33.35, SD=10.45) completed a novel cyberstalking su…
The Sequential Intercept Model and Criminal Justice
This online resource offers an overview of the recent changes in correctional policy and practice that reflect an increased focus on community-based alternatives for offenders. It discusses the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM), which identifies five conceptual points at which standard criminal processing can be interrupted to offer community-based alternatives: (1) law enforcement/emergency services; (2) initial detention/initial court hearings; …
Sequential Intercept Model and Criminal Justice
Sexual assault on college campuses
A recent series of highly publicized campus sexual assaults and the questionable responses by the academic institutions where they occurred has led some policymakers and academic administrators to call for legislative and institutional change. For such changes to be effective, academic administrators and legislators need solutions that effectively protect victims, punish perpetrators, and encourage institutional compliance with relevant legislati…
Sexual assault on college campuses
A recent series of highly publicized campus sexual assaults and the questionable responses by the academic institutions where they occurred has led some policymakers and academic administrators to call for legislative and institutional change. For such changes to be effective, academic administrators and legislators need solutions that effectively protect victims, punish perpetrators, and encourage institutional compliance with relevant legislati…
Youth Sexting
The role and relevance of the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised in court
empirically validated instrument for measuring psychopathy in correctional and forensic psychiatric populations. The PCL–R’s predictive utility with criminal justice populations has led to its frequent use by clinicians conducting forensic assessments in criminal and sexually violent predator (SVP) cases. Despite its apparent wide acceptance in U.S. courts, little is known about how often the PCL–R is being introduced, the types of cases in which…
Community-based alternatives for justice-involved individuals with severe mental illness
Statement of concerned experts on the use of the Hare Psychopathy Checklist—Revised in capital sentencing to assess risk for institutional violence
Federal standards for community registration of juvenile sex offenders
The enactment of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act in 2006 is an extension of current protective legislation aimed at establishing stricter sanctions for community-released sexual offenders. What largely separates the Adam Walsh Act from previous registration and notification laws is the crossing of traditional jurisdictional boundaries between adult and juvenile courts at the federal level. This article addresses several key concern…
Standards of practice and care in forensic mental health assessment
The specialization of forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has incorporated important advances during the last two decades. As scientific advances, specialized tools, and relevant ethical guidelines have become core elements of FMHA, however, the question of how to regulate poor practice has assumed increasing importance. One such means of regulation that has been rarely applied to FMHA thus far is malpractice litigation using a clearly defin…
Risk assessment in sentencing decisions
Purpose The legal system’s use of risk assessment has grown exponentially over the past several decades. Empirically validated risk measures are commonly implemented in parole, bail, civil commitment, and presentence proceedings. Despite their growing popularity, both policy-makers and legal scholars question their moral and legal acceptability, particularly in presentence proceedings. The purpose of this paper is to assess the current role of ri…
Cyberstalking
Purpose As society becomes more technology oriented, cyberstalking is becoming an increasing concern. The purpose of this paper is to compare US state and federal statutory and case law to a survey of public perception of cyberstalking to examine if cyberstalking laws reflect public opinion. Design/methodology/approach A national sample of 303 participants ranging in age from 18 to 69 years ( M =33.35, SD=10.45) completed a novel cyberstalking su…
Investigating the role of the Psychopathy Checklist–Revised in United States case law
Pragmatic psychology, forensic mental health assessment, and the case of Thomas Johnson
Pragmatic psychology provides the opportunity to address the law's demand for individualized justice in the context of forensic mental health assessment (FMHA; K. Heilbrun, 2001). This article describes a particular approach toward achieving this goal: using broad principles of FMHA to promote the quality of forensic assessment in a specific case. Three particular applications of this approach are described: constructing forensic reports, measuri…
Pragmatic psychology, forensic mental health assessment, and the case of Thomas Johnson
Pragmatic psychology provides the opportunity to address the law's demand for individualized justice in the context of forensic mental health assessment (FMHA; K. Heilbrun, 2001). This article describes a particular approach toward achieving this goal: using broad principles of FMHA to promote the quality of forensic assessment in a specific case. Three particular applications of this approach are described: constructing forensic reports, measuri…
The role and relevance of the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised in court
empirically validated instrument for measuring psychopathy in correctional and forensic psychiatric populations. The PCL–R’s predictive utility with criminal justice populations has led to its frequent use by clinicians conducting forensic assessments in criminal and sexually violent predator (SVP) cases. Despite its apparent wide acceptance in U.S. courts, little is known about how often the PCL–R is being introduced, the types of cases in which…
Standards of practice and care in forensic mental health assessment
The specialization of forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has incorporated important advances during the last two decades. As scientific advances, specialized tools, and relevant ethical guidelines have become core elements of FMHA, however, the question of how to regulate poor practice has assumed increasing importance. One such means of regulation that has been rarely applied to FMHA thus far is malpractice litigation using a clearly defin…
Forensic Mental Health Assessments in Death Penalty Cases
The continuing development of forensic psychology and psychiatry, combined with several recent decisions from the United States Supreme Court addressing various aspects of the death penalty, has increased the number of forensic mental health assessments conducted in death penalty cases. Forensic mental health professionals are now conducting assessments at every stage of death penalty proceedings, ranging from pre-trial evaluations to determine e…
Federal standards for community registration of juvenile sex offenders
The enactment of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act in 2006 is an extension of current protective legislation aimed at establishing stricter sanctions for community-released sexual offenders. What largely separates the Adam Walsh Act from previous registration and notification laws is the crossing of traditional jurisdictional boundaries between adult and juvenile courts at the federal level. This article addresses several key concern…
Investigating the role of the Psychopathy Checklist–Revised in United States case law
Community-based alternatives for justice-involved individuals with severe mental illness
Youth Sexting
The Sequential Intercept Model and Criminal Justice
This online resource offers an overview of the recent changes in correctional policy and practice that reflect an increased focus on community-based alternatives for offenders. It discusses the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM), which identifies five conceptual points at which standard criminal processing can be interrupted to offer community-based alternatives: (1) law enforcement/emergency services; (2) initial detention/initial court hearings; …
Sequential Intercept Model and Criminal Justice
Sexual assault on college campuses
A recent series of highly publicized campus sexual assaults and the questionable responses by the academic institutions where they occurred has led some policymakers and academic administrators to call for legislative and institutional change. For such changes to be effective, academic administrators and legislators need solutions that effectively protect victims, punish perpetrators, and encourage institutional compliance with relevant legislati…
Risk assessment in sentencing decisions
Purpose The legal system’s use of risk assessment has grown exponentially over the past several decades. Empirically validated risk measures are commonly implemented in parole, bail, civil commitment, and presentence proceedings. Despite their growing popularity, both policy-makers and legal scholars question their moral and legal acceptability, particularly in presentence proceedings. The purpose of this paper is to assess the current role of ri…
Cyberstalking
Purpose As society becomes more technology oriented, cyberstalking is becoming an increasing concern. The purpose of this paper is to compare US state and federal statutory and case law to a survey of public perception of cyberstalking to examine if cyberstalking laws reflect public opinion. Design/methodology/approach A national sample of 303 participants ranging in age from 18 to 69 years ( M =33.35, SD=10.45) completed a novel cyberstalking su…
In the immediate wake of Hoffman’s independent review
In 2015, the American Psychological Association (APA) commissioned an independent review (IR) to examine APA's potential involvement with "enhanced interrogation" procedures following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The IR concluded that certain APA officials acted together with the Department of Defense to "align APA and curry favor with" the Department of Defense to allow the involvement of psychologists in such enhanced interrogations (Hoffman et …
Treatment for restoration of competence to stand trial
Death is different
Statement of concerned experts on the use of the Hare Psychopathy Checklist—Revised in capital sentencing to assess risk for institutional violence
Marking the progress of a “maturing” society
Introduction to the special issue on technology in the legal and criminal justice systems
Given the increased role of technology in many aspects of the legal system, we sought articles that addressed the most up-to-date research highlighting the application of digital technology to the fields of mental health, law, and justice. After describing the impetus and goals for the special issue, this Introduction summarizes the articles included in the special issue. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)
Jackson-based restorability to competence to stand trial
Self-Projected Protection Order Violations across Contexts, History, and Emotion Regulation
Further action toward valid science in Law and Human Behavior
s new requirements. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved)
Use of the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised in Legal Contexts
The construct of psychopathy has received considerable attention from clinicians, researchers, and legal practitioners because of its demonstrated association with a range of outcomes of interest to the criminal justice system. The Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R) is generally regarded as the premier assessment tool for measuring psychopathy in correctional and legal contexts, and the PCL-R is being used with increased frequency to address a…
The Personality Assessment Inventory in U.S. Case Law
(PAI), a popular measure of personality, psychopathology, and interpersonal functioning, has demonstrated utility to address various psycholegal questions. This case law review examines a large sample of randomly selected published U.S. case law decisions to ascertain how the PAI has been applied and considered by legal decision makers. The review indicates the instrument is popular in criminal and civil legal settings, particularly in preadjudic…
Following up after Moore and Hall
Psychology (28 obras) · Political science (21 obras) · Law (19 obras) · Criminology (16 obras) · Social Psychology (14 obras) · Medicine (13 obras) · Psychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual Offending (13 obras) · Law (12 obras) · Criminal Justice and Corrections Analysis (9 obras) · Social Psychology (9 obras)