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Summary: The article 'Pathways to False Allegations of Sexual Assault' by Jessica Engle and William O'Donohue discusses 11 potential psychological pathways to false allegations, including lying, false memories, and various mental health conditions. The authors argue that understanding these pathways can help forensic mental health professionals assess the credibility of allegations. The document is filed as an exhibit in a court case, suggesting its potential relevance to the legal proceedings.
Significance: This document is potentially important because it provides an academic framework for understanding false allegations of sexual assault, which could be relevant to the court's assessment of credibility in a sexual assault case.
Key Topics:
False Allegations of Sexual Assault
Psychological Pathways to False Allegations
Forensic Psychology and Credibility Assessment
Key People:
- Jessica Engle - Author, BA in Clinical Psychology
- William O'Donohue - Author, PhD in Psychology