Dr. Mozelle Martin
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Behavioral analyst and investigative writer examining how people, institutions, and narratives behave under pressure—and what remains when systems fail.
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Handwriting Analysis in True Crime
Forensic handwriting analysis and graphology are often conflated, yet their distinctions are critical—especially in the realm of true crime. While forensic handwriting analysis is widely accepted in courtrooms, graphology is frequently dismissed as pseudoscience. However, the reality is far more nuanced. Both disciplines rely on scientific principles, but one is rooted in objective identification, while the other incorporates an artistic component that examines personality traits. This article dispels common misconceptions, explains why forensic handwriting is admissible as evidence, and highlights why graphology remains a misunderstood yet valuable tool.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin12 months ago in Criminal
Unmasking the Unspoken
Handwriting is not just a practical skill—it can be a powerful window into the emotional landscape of the person behind the pen. Forensic handwriting analysis, often misunderstood as only a tool for identifying signatures or forgery, is actually a deep dive into human psychology. The strokes of a pen can expose hidden truths, revealing emotional struggles, past trauma, and even unconscious feelings that individuals may not otherwise express.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin12 months ago in Humans
The Root Cause Crisis
The criminal justice system is often seen as the solution to crime, yet it fails to address one of the most pressing issues facing incarcerated individuals: trauma. While mental health programs within jails and prisons are focused on managing the visible, immediate symptoms—agitation, anxiety, and aggression—they rarely tackle the root causes of trauma that many inmates bring with them when they enter the system.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin12 months ago in Criminal
