Intermediate
Technical
IVT
structured interview
Standardized interview format that ensures consistent data collection across forensic evaluations.
Full Definition
A systematic interview approach using predetermined questions and standardized procedures to enhance reliability and validity in forensic assessments. Structured interviews reduce examiner bias, ensure comprehensive data collection, and improve inter-rater reliability. Common examples in forensic psychiatry include the MacArthur Competence Assessment Tools and structured diagnostic interviews. The format provides legal defensibility by demonstrating thorough, consistent methodology while allowing for appropriate clinical judgment.
In Context
- "The forensic evaluation incorporated structured interviews to assess both competency domains systematically." — Methodology section
- "Structured interviews enhance the reliability of forensic opinions compared to unstructured clinical interviews." — Quality assurance review
Also known as
standardized interview
systematic interview
Contrasted with
unstructured interview
clinical interview
Don't confuse with
structured professional judgment
clinical interview