Forensic Psychology and LawPraise for Forensic Psychology and Law "In Forensic Psychology and Law, three internationally known experts provide exceptional coverage of a wide array of topics that address both the clinical applications of forensic psychology and the role of psychological science in understanding and evaluating legal assumptions and processes." "Forensic Psychology and Law is a major contribution to the teaching of law and psychology. Roesch, Zapf, and Hart offer a timely, comprehensive, and succinct overview of the field that will offer widespread appeal to those interested in this vibrant and growing area. Outstanding." "In this volume, three noted experts have managed to capture the basic elements of forensic psychology. It is clearly written, well organized, and provides real world examples to hold the interest of any reader. While clarifying complex issues, the authors also present a very balanced discussion of a number of the most hotly debated topics." A Comprehensive, Up-to-Date Discussion of the Interface Between Forensic Psychology and Law Forensic Psychology and Law covers the latest theory, research, and practice in the field and provides thought-provoking discussion of topics with chapters on:
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Contents
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Forensic Assessment in Criminal Domains | 29 |
Civil Forensic Assessment | 59 |
Forensic Treatment | 97 |
Eyewitness Identification | 119 |
Police Investigations Interrogations and Confessions | 147 |
Juries and Legal Decision Making | 173 |
Juveniles in the Legal System | 207 |
Police Psychology | 239 |
Correctional Psychology | 269 |
Psychology Law and Public Policy | 299 |
Ethics and Professional Issues | 323 |
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Forensic Psychology and Law Ronald Roesch,Patricia A. Zapf,Stephen D. Hart No preview available - 2009 |
Forensic Psychology and Law Ronald Roesch,Patricia A. Zapf,Stephen D. Hart No preview available - 2009 |