Forensic psychiatry sits at the intersection of mental health and the law. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry offers insights into this specialized field, exploring topics like criminal responsibility, competency to stand trial, and the mental health of incarcerated individuals. Our expert editors ensure that the content is both clinically relevant and legally sound, providing psychiatrists with the tools they need to navigate the complex legal landscape while ensuring the best outcomes for their patients.
Forensic Psychiatry
Recent JCP Articles on Forensics
Original Research
Paliperidone LAI vs Oral Antipsychotics in African American Patients With Criminal Justice System Involvement
February 23, 2021
This study examined the use of injectable paliperidone palmitate in Black/African American patients with schizophrenia and prior criminal justice system involvement. Read it to see if treatment failures were...
Featured Forensics Research
Rounds in the General Hospital
Communicating With Intubated Patients
July 2, 2026
Communication difficulties associated with critical illness and mechanical ventilation increase the likelihood of developing neuropsychiatric sequelae of critical illness and can worsen short- and long-term patient outcomes.
