Substance Abuse

Mitigating Youth Substance Abuse: Road to Drug-Free Society

The worldwide concern about youth substance abuse remains a pressing issue with profound social implications. Certain studies and social organisations have highlighted the prevalence and patterns of youth substance abuse.

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Forensic Science

Bloodstain Pattern Analysis: What It Can and Cannot Prove

Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, commonly referred to as BPA, is one of the most visually striking areas of forensic science. It often appears decisive. Blood on walls, floors, or clothing seems to tell a clear story. In reality, the interpretation of bloodstains is far more complex.

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Forensic Science

Handling Biological Evidence in Hot and Humid Climates

Biological evidence plays a central role in modern forensic investigations. Blood, saliva, semen, tissue, and other biological materials often provide critical links between individuals and events. However, the reliability of such evidence depends not only on laboratory analysis...

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Forensic Science

Why Forensic Conclusions Are Probabilistic, Not Absolute

Forensic science is often perceived as a source of definitive answers. Popular narratives suggest that scientific analysis can identify exactly what happened, who was involved, and how events unfolded. In practice, forensic conclusions rarely offer absolute certainty.

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Forensic Science

Ethical Limits of Forensic Science in Criminal Investigations

Forensic science plays a powerful role in modern criminal investigations. Scientific methods are often trusted to uncover facts that human observation cannot. This trust gives forensic science significant influence over legal outcomes.

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Forensic Science

Misinterpretation of Forensic Evidence in Popular Media

For many people, their first exposure to forensic science comes not from textbooks or courtrooms, but from television shows, films, and online content. Popular media has played a major role in shaping how forensic evidence is understood by the public.

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