Lindsay Malloy

Lindsay Malloy explores the critical intersection of developmental psychology and the criminal justice system, with particular focus on why young people confess to crimes they didn't commit. Her research examines the vulnerabilities that make teenagers susceptible to false confessions during police interrogations, shedding light on a troubling reality within law enforcement practices.

At Duke University, Malloy investigates the psychological factors that influence adolescent decision-making under pressure, particularly in high-stakes interrogation scenarios. Her work reveals how developmental differences between teens and adults can lead to devastating legal outcomes when standard interrogation techniques are applied to young suspects without adequate protections.

Through presentations like her TEDxFIU talk, Malloy brings scientific rigor to conversations about criminal justice reform, helping audiences understand the evidence-based reasons behind wrongful convictions and the urgent need for age-appropriate interrogation protocols.