David Faust

Professor
Psychology
(401) 874-4237
faust@uri.edu

Educational Background
Ph.D., Ohio University

Research Interests
Philosophy/psychology of science, clinical judgment, neuropsychology, and psychology and law. Current research includes such topics as the formation of false beliefs among clinicians and methods for correcting these and other sources of judgment error. Other studies have addressed psychologists and psychiatrists as expert witnesses, the capacity of mental health experts to detect simulated or malingered symptoms, and methods of neuropsychological assessment.

Professional Interests
Consultation and expert testimony in courtroom cases involving psychiatrists, psychologists and neuropsychologists.

Honors and Awards
Diplomate, American Academy of Assessment Psychology

Selected Publications