Emotional Damages: Practical Insights into Forensic Psychiatry for Litigating Attorneys

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In Emotional Damages, host and forensic expert Dr. Ambarin Faizi sits down with forensic colleagues, shedding light on their journeys and experiences. Through this podcast, Ambar aims to demystify forensic psychiatry and share practical insights that can aid attorneys in their engagement with forensic experts.

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  1. PTSD in the Courtroom: What Attorneys Need to Know

    4月10日

    PTSD in the Courtroom: What Attorneys Need to Know

    In this episode of Emotional Damages, Dr. Ambarin Faizi speaks with Dr. James Armontrout, forensic psychiatrist and Program Director of the Stanford Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship. Drawing on his extensive experience treating veterans with PTSD and conducting over hundreds of forensic evaluations, Dr. Armontrout offers attorneys an in-depth look at how trauma unfolds, how PTSD is diagnosed, and what distinguishes reliable psychiatric assessments in litigation. Key topics discussed include: What separates acute trauma from chronic PTSD in legal claimsHow forensic psychiatrists distinguish genuine symptoms from exaggerationWhat modern PTSD treatment really looks like—and why it's relevant to litigationThe roles of psychological testing and interview structure in reliable assessmentsHow multi-plaintiff cases benefit from expert coordination and team-based evaluationWhether you're handling a single plaintiff or a complex multi-plaintiff case, this episode will help you better understand how PTSD fits into the legal landscape. Dr. James Armontrout is a forensic psychiatrist at fpamed and the Program Director of the Stanford Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship. He previously served as a staff psychiatrist at the VA Palo Alto Trauma Recovery Program, where he treated veterans with PTSD and substance use disorders. He specializes in trauma-related and substance use disorders. Have a topic you would like covered on the pod? 📧 Email us: podcast@fpamed.com 🔗 Connect with fpamed: 🌐 Visit our website.👋 Follow us on LinkedIn.

    53 分鐘
  2. Criminal Responsibility, Psychopathy, Cross-Cultural Psychiatry: How Expert Opinions Shape Legal Strategy

    3月28日

    Criminal Responsibility, Psychopathy, Cross-Cultural Psychiatry: How Expert Opinions Shape Legal Strategy

    In this episode of Emotional Damages, Dr. Ambarin Faizi is joined by Dr. Ayesha Ashai, a board-certified forensic psychiatrist, as she shares personal experiences that led her to the field, her encounters with criminal and civil forensic evaluations, including a memorable insanity defense case. She addresses the complexities of psychopathy, cultural psychiatry, and the disparities in mental health care, particularly within correctional settings.  Dr. Ashai also talks about the expanding role of telepsychiatry post-COVID, her upcoming projects, including a potential presentation on the Menendez brothers, and offers practical advice for attorneys engaging with forensic psychiatrists. Key topics include:  How forensic psychiatrists evaluate criminal intent and mental illnessThe challenges of evaluating psychopathy and the myths surrounding the disorderCultural psychiatry in criminal cases—why understanding background and belief systems matterThe role of forensic psychiatrists in building or challenging a legal defenseHow attorneys can leverage forensic psychiatry for trial strategyDr. Ashai has been featured in true crime media, including Pathological: The Lies of Joran Van der Sloot on Peacock. If you’re an attorney looking to strengthen your approach to forensic evaluations or simply fascinated by the intersection of psychiatry and law, this episode is a must-listen. Have a topic you would like covered on the pod? 📧 Email us: podcast@fpamed.com 🔗 Connect with fpamed: 🌐 Visit our website.👋 Follow us on LinkedIn.

    43 分鐘
  3. Emotional Damages: Season 1 Trailer

    2024/12/18

    Emotional Damages: Season 1 Trailer

    Welcome to Emotional Damages: Practical Insights into Forensic Psychiatry for Litigating Attorneys, brought to you by fpamed. In this trailer, host Dr. Ambarin Faizi, a double board-certified forensic psychiatrist, introduces the podcast and shares her  journey into forensic psychiatry and sets the stage for a valuable resource that bridges the gap between forensic psychiatry and legal practice. Emotional Damages aims to demystify forensic psychiatry for attorneys through engaging interviews, case analyses, and practical insights. Dr. Faizi explains the podcast’s mission: to provide attorneys with actionable knowledge to navigate the intersection of psychiatry and the law, enhancing courtroom strategies and collaboration with forensic experts. Dr. Faizi discusses her diverse background—from her early exposure to media and communication to her passion for medicine and forensic psychiatry. She reflects on pivotal moments in her career, including her training at UC Davis, and how her experience evaluating emotional damages, trauma, psychological harm, and competencies shaped her professional path. Tune in and discover how Emotional Damages can help you gain practical insights to strengthen your understanding of forensic psychiatry and its role in the legal system. Have a topic you would like covered on the pod? 📧 Email us: podcast@fpamed.com 🔗 Connect with fpamed: 🌐 Visit our website.👋 Follow us on LinkedIn.

    3 分鐘

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In Emotional Damages, host and forensic expert Dr. Ambarin Faizi sits down with forensic colleagues, shedding light on their journeys and experiences. Through this podcast, Ambar aims to demystify forensic psychiatry and share practical insights that can aid attorneys in their engagement with forensic experts.