This unit will focus on 'philosophies and theories' within the section of 'forensic history'.

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During completion of this unit on 'philosophies and theories' you will have the opportunity to:

• Increase awareness to philosophical approaches that form the basis of forensic practice.
• Examine personal philosophies, values and beliefs with regard to forensic populations.
• Investigate common theoretical models used across multiple disciplines in the health care of forensic populations.
• Distinguish between the terms: theory, model and conceptual framework.
• Identify theoretical models that explain abuse and violence and guide the intervention of victims and victimizers.

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