On the benefits of sequencing case information to combat bias: A commentary on Oberlader and Verschuere (2025).
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| Title: | On the benefits of sequencing case information to combat bias: A commentary on Oberlader and Verschuere (2025). |
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| Authors: | Kukucka, Jeff (AUTHOR), Quigley‐McBride, Adele (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Legal & Criminological Psychology. Sep2025, Vol. 30 Issue 2, p185-187. 3p. |
| Subjects: | Cognitive bias, Forensic sciences, Statistical bias, Human information processing, Decision making |
| Abstract: | The article discusses the impact of cognitive bias on decision-making in forensic science and the implications of a recent study by Oberlader and Verschuere regarding the effectiveness of Linear Sequential Unmasking—Expanded (LSU-E) in mitigating such bias. The authors express concern that non-scientists may misinterpret the study's conclusion that sequencing case information does not protect against contextual bias, potentially undermining the perceived efficacy of LSU-E. They clarify that while the study tested a specific aspect of LSU-E, it did not adequately measure how information sequencing could expose bias, nor did it reflect real-world decision-making conditions. The authors emphasize the importance of LSU-E in enhancing transparency and understanding of decision-making processes in forensic contexts. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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