Introduction to decision-making capacity
The role of the psychologist in the assessment of capacity
Guiding principles and common pitfalls of capacity assessment
Capacity to consent to medical treatment
Capacity to make decisions regarding welfare (discharge or where to live)
Capacity to enter into sexual and marital relations
Capacity to make financial decisions
Capacity to make and revoke a will
Capacity to enter into legal proceedings, litigate, and contract
Competence to stand trial
Integrating culture and diversity in capacity evaluations
Summary of key learning points.