This week’s forum focuses on the case of Ralph Tortorici. In 1994, Ralph was a psychology student at the University of Albany. He took his class hostage, and was subsequently charged with assault, kidnapping, and attempted murder.

Review the case history. There is a link to text, video transcripts, and video. Any of the resources will provide you with information to complete the forum.

Frontline. (n.d.). A case of insanity. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/crime/ralph/summary.html

Frontline. (n.d.) A case of insanity [Transcripts]. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/crime/etc/script.html

Frontline. (2016, January 24). A case of insanity [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/SR0OgsYGTBs

After reviewing the case information, respond to the following questions:

• What are your initial reactions to the case?
• What are the most compelling mental health issues in the case?
• What are your thoughts about the court’s determination of Competent to Stand Trial?
• Why was he not found to be insane by the court?
• How does this case explain the relationship between the mental health and criminal justice system?

In your peer responses, please reflect on how your peer’s choices, examples, etc. are similar or different from your choices.

Must be 500 words

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