David Hill, University of Manitoba

Research

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forensic mental health assessment forensic psychology malingering psychology and the legal system violence risk assessment

Latest papers

Overburdened and understaffed: A national mixed-methods examination of Canadian forensic mental health and fitness to stand trial.
International journal of law and psychiatry · 2026

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Overburdened and understaffed: A national mixed-methods examination of Canadian forensic mental health and fitness to stand trial.

Burgess BA, Hill D, Nijdam-Jones A

International journal of law and psychiatry2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijlp.2026.102230 PMID: 42127651

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Subject: Prospective PhD student: forensic mental health assessment Dear Professor Hill, My name is [your name], and I am a [your current degree or role] at [your institution]. I am applying for a PhD position starting in [term and year]. I read your paper "Overburdened and understaffed: A national mixed-methods examination of Canadian forensic mental health and fitness to stand trial." (2026), and it connects closely to my own work on [your research topic]. [One or two sentences on what you did and what you learned.] Are you accepting new PhD students for [term and year]? I have attached my CV and transcripts, and I would be glad to talk at a time that suits you. Thank you for your time. Kind regards, [your name]