Amanda Clevinger

Amanda Clevinger is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Eastern Illinois University. She holds a B.A. from Eastern Illinois University and an M.A. from Georgia State University, focusing on cognitive processes within legal contexts.

Research Interests:

• Investigate first impressions and decision-making heuristics in legal systems
• Analyze face processing and eyewitness accuracy disparities
• Explore socio-cultural influences on legal perceptions
• Apply cognitive psychology to police shooting decisions and jury behavior

Key Trends in Publications:Her work bridges cognitive psychology and legal science, emphasizing memory mechanisms, racial bias in law enforcement, and cognitive load impacts on judicial outcomes. Articles span journals like Applied Cognitive Psychology and Legal and Criminological Psychology.