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Lorandos  Joshi
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Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104
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Curriculum vitae of Demosthenes Lorandos

Benchbook in the Behavioral Sciences

Every day, thousands of judges, attorneys, and court personnel have to deal with experts in the behavioral sciences.

Expert testimony from behavioral scientists (psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers) is the fastest growing area of expertise in American courts.

Cross Examining Experts in the Behavioral Sciences

Demonstrates how to examine and challenge the expertise of mental health experts and the use of psychological tests. Details both the scientific research and the legal aspects behind a mental health expert's testimony.

Seminar 1

Defending against False Allegations of Sexual Molestation: A Historical Perspective

This first of a series of five seminars gives attorneys and mental health professionals an overview of child molestation science and law.  This first video also provides a brief sketch of the scientific knowledge and courtroom tactics needed to defend those falsely accused of child molestation. The video is available free of charge via streaming video and can be purchased directly from Psychlaw.net on DVD.

Seminar 1 in Media Streaming Video Format

Introduction and Contents

This seminar explains how some medical and behavioral science practitioners embraced junk science to prosecute those accused of child sexual molestation.  The seminar distinguishes other medical and behavioral science practitioners who have insisted upon valid and reliable scientific findings in all child abuse cases, including:

  • The Mondale Act - The Negative Effects
  • The Influence of Mental Health Advocates and Their Junk Science
    • Kee McFarlane
    • Roland Summit - Child Sexual Abuse Accommodation Syndrome
    • David Corwin - Child Sexual Abuse Syndrome
  • Influence of Mental Health Advocates on Investigation Techniques
    • Henry Giaretto
    • POST Manuals
  • CAPP- Child Assault Prevention Programs -The Negative Effects
  • The Influence of Medical Advocates and Their Junk Science
    • Dr. Bruce Woodling
  • Scientific Methodology Revisited
  • Medical Research
    • Dr. Jean Emans
    • Dr. John McCann
    • Dr. Abby Berenson
  • Suggestibility Research
    • Dr. Elizabeth Loftus
    • Dr. Stephen Ceci
    • Dr. Maggie Bruck
    • Dr. Debra Poole
    • Dr. Terence Campbell
  • Medical Slides
  • Video Clips of Suggestibility Studies
    • Mouse Trap
    • Sam Stone
  • Government Studies on False Allegations
    • Minnesota Attorney General
    • California Attorney General
    • FBI - Kenneth Lanning
    • San Diego Grand Jury
  • Repressed Memory Movement
    • The Courage to Heal
    • Michelle Remembers
    • Communion
  • Scientific Research on "Repressed Memories"
    • Dr.Elizabeth Loftus
    • Dr. Richard Ofshe

Teaching Seminars

Dr. Lorandos and Mr. Clancy are available for educational presentations to local bar associations. To schedule a seminar, send Doc an e-mail or call/write him at:

Lorandos  Joshi
214 North Fourth Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Telephone: (734) 327-5030
Fax: 1-888-995-7868
Email: Click here to email us

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