http://psychologicaldimensions.com/ Psychological Dimensions - Blog RSS Feed 2.0 en-us Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:25:57 GMT Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:25:57 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15743/Perils-in-Practice--How-Bad-Psych-Services-Put-Agencies-At-Risk blog Agencies across the country are facing growing liability when psychological evaluations are skipped, reduced, or conducted by unqualified providers. From Minneapolis, where scaling back tests was tied to the tragic Ruszczyk shooting, to Boston, where a flawed evaluation triggered discrimination liability, the cases are clear: weak or inconsistent screening practices leave agencies exposed to lawsuits, EEOC complaints, and community mistrust.  Dr. Michael Bricker, one of our managing partners, told NBC News in the wake of the Sonya Massey case: "There is a lot of importance in doing proper vetting on the front end. That's the cheaper alternative, because when they get a problem employee... that is a much bigger problem." In this month's feature, we unpack the legal precedents, highlight the risks of negligent hiring, and share proven strategies to protect your agency from these perils.  Read More Wed, 01 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15743/Perils-in-Practice--How-Bad-Psych-Services-Put-Agencies-At-Risk http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15650/The-Brief--Selecting-and-Retaining-the-Right-Officers blog In the race to secure qualified personnel, administrators often find themselves competing with other agencies, striving to enhance their appeal to potential recruits.  Read Dr. Bricker's important article in the IACP's Police Chief Magazine as he highlights how police departments across the United States grapple with unprecedented shortages in staffing, and the dilemmas of adjusting hiring standards to attract more candidates becomes a pressing concern for police administrators.  Read More Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15650/The-Brief--Selecting-and-Retaining-the-Right-Officers http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15626/IACP-Policy-Framework-for-Improved-Community-Police-Engagement blog While significant progress has been made in policing in recent years, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) agrees that much work remains to be done. As elected officials work on police-related legislation, such as the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, we look forward to working with members of the U.S. House and Senate and the Administration to pass meaningful legislation that will have a positive impact on policing and enhance the public's trust and faith in the profession. As the discussions continue regarding police reform, the IACP offers the following framework of key policy considerations. Read More Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15626/IACP-Policy-Framework-for-Improved-Community-Police-Engagement http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15627/IACP-Statement-on-Qualified-Immunity blog As police executives, community members, and elected officials seek to transform the policing profession, there are several areas of agreement where the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) believes we can and should work in unison to recommend and develop meaningful solutions. This includes, but is not limited to, use-of-force policies, training and education standards, early warning systems, disciplinary procedures, and hiring practices Read More Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15627/IACP-Statement-on-Qualified-Immunity http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15612/-Assessing-Bias-and-Intolerance-in-Police-and-Public-Safety-Personnel blog Being a law enforcement officer in today's society is a challenging and complex task; it requires officers to be free from bias and intolerance in order to perform their duties well. At present, limited discussion has occurred around the issues of bias and intolerance among police and public safety personnel. Read Dr. Bricker's often-referenced article in IACP's Police Chief Magazine discussing methods for how police and public safety psychologists are getting better at assessing for problematic biases that can create risk for police and public safety agencies. Read Full Article Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15612/-Assessing-Bias-and-Intolerance-in-Police-and-Public-Safety-Personnel http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15615/Social-Climate-Change-and-Modern-Policing blog As we progress into the new millennium, it is clear that society is changing rapidly. The invention of social networking and the development of technology for smartphones have drastically changed the volume of information available and the way in which we communicate. The technology boom provides the user with immediate access to worldwide data, 24-hour access to news sources, and encourages the sharing of personal videos, photos, thoughts, and ideas instantaneously with vast numbers of people worldwide. Read Whole Article Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15615/Social-Climate-Change-and-Modern-Policing http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15616/International-Association-of-Chiefs-of-Police blog The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the world's largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. With more than 35,000 members in over 170 countries, the IACP is a recognized leader in global policing, committed to advancing safer communities through thoughtful, progressive police leadership. Since 1893, the association has been serving communities by speaking out on behalf of law enforcement and advancing leadership and professionalism in policing worldwide. Visit Website Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15616/International-Association-of-Chiefs-of-Police http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15617/National-Sheriffs--Association blog Chartered in 1940, the National Sheriffs' Association is a professional association dedicated to serving the Office of Sheriff and its affiliates through law enforcement education and training, and through the provision of general law enforcement informational resources. NSA represents thousands of sheriffs, deputies and other law enforcement, public safety professionals, and concerned citizens nationwide. Visit Website Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15617/National-Sheriffs--Association http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15618/Colorado-Association-of-Chiefs-of-Police blog The Colorado Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) is a professional organization committed to excellence in delivering quality service to our membership, the law enforcement community, and the citizens of Colorado. Through our leadership we will provide education and training and promote the highest ethical standards. We are personally and professionally dedicated to preserving basic family values, which are essential for achieving a high quality of life. Visit Website Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT http://psychologicaldimensions.com/blog/15618/Colorado-Association-of-Chiefs-of-Police