About this course
This course provides a comprehensive, evidence-informed synthesis of the psychological impact of compensation seeking and civil litigation on injured patients. It covers historical and theoretical foundations, conceptual models, empirical findings, clinical implications, and future research directions. The course addresses how compensation and litigation processes influence long-term mental health outcomes, including depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, and disability, and discusses assessment, formulation, and treatment planning tailored to this population. Intended for licensed psychologists and clinicians, it integrates empirical rigor with practical strategies for managing complex clinical presentations linked with legal processes.
Who this course is for
Program objectives
- Describe at least 4 key psychological pathways through which compensation processes affect mental health outcomes.
- Identify 3 distinct features of compensation systems that increase claimant stress and contribute to psychological morbidity.
- Explain 3 evidence-based clinical assessment strategies for evaluating patients involved in compensation or litigation.
- Develop treatment plans incorporating 3 evidence-based approaches tailored to compensation-involved patients.