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EP 199: Beyond the Profile...Dr. Jerrod Brown on the Realities of Criminal Profiling.
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Episode Overview: In this captivating episode of The Criminologist Podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Jerrod Brown, a distinguished figure in the realm of forensic behavioral health and neuroscience. Dr. Brown, an Assistance Professor and Program Director at Concordia University/St. Paul, brought his extensive expertise to a fascinating discussion on criminal behavioral profiling, its portrayal in popular media, and the significant role of neuroscience in understanding criminal behavior.
Key Highlights:
- Profiling in Pop Culture: Dr. Brown delves into the depiction of criminal profiling in films and TV shows like "Silence of the Lambs" and"Criminal Minds", exploring the blend of fact and fiction in these portrayals.
- The Science Behind Profiling: An in depth look at the methodologies and challenges of criminal behavioral profiling int eh real world, beyond the Hollywood lens.
- Neuroscience and Criminal Behavior: Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of neuroscience and neurocriminology in enhancing our understanding of criminal trajectories and improving rehabilitation strategies.
- Broadening the Human Service Lens: A discussion on the necessity for criminal justice practitioners to integrate emerging fields such as neuroscience to better serve their clients and communities.
Dr. Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., is not only an accomplished assistant professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant but also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS), and Editor in Chief of Forensic Scholars Today. With a rich academic background encompassing several Master's degrees and Graduate Certificates, Dr. Brown's work is at the forefront of behavioral health.
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Manage episode 401485375 series 2794652
Episode Overview: In this captivating episode of The Criminologist Podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Jerrod Brown, a distinguished figure in the realm of forensic behavioral health and neuroscience. Dr. Brown, an Assistance Professor and Program Director at Concordia University/St. Paul, brought his extensive expertise to a fascinating discussion on criminal behavioral profiling, its portrayal in popular media, and the significant role of neuroscience in understanding criminal behavior.
Key Highlights:
- Profiling in Pop Culture: Dr. Brown delves into the depiction of criminal profiling in films and TV shows like "Silence of the Lambs" and"Criminal Minds", exploring the blend of fact and fiction in these portrayals.
- The Science Behind Profiling: An in depth look at the methodologies and challenges of criminal behavioral profiling int eh real world, beyond the Hollywood lens.
- Neuroscience and Criminal Behavior: Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of neuroscience and neurocriminology in enhancing our understanding of criminal trajectories and improving rehabilitation strategies.
- Broadening the Human Service Lens: A discussion on the necessity for criminal justice practitioners to integrate emerging fields such as neuroscience to better serve their clients and communities.
Dr. Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., is not only an accomplished assistant professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant but also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS), and Editor in Chief of Forensic Scholars Today. With a rich academic background encompassing several Master's degrees and Graduate Certificates, Dr. Brown's work is at the forefront of behavioral health.
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