Forensic Psychology and Law
1. Edition January 2010
384 Pages, Hardcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Short Description
With the growth in knowledge and expertise in forensic psychology, many students are choosing to concentrate in the area, and more established psychology professionals are entering the field every day. Focusing on the vital aspects of forensic psychology, Forensic Psychology and Law provides advanced undergraduate and graduate students with the latest theory, research, and practice in the field. The text covers such important topics as assessment, eyewitness identification, psychology of jury selection, and ethical issues.
"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." - Norman Poythress, PhD, Research Director and Professor, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, Dept. of Mental Health Law and Policy
"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." - Kirk Heilbrun, PhD, Professor and Head, Department of Psychology, Drexel University
"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." - Mary Alice Conroy, PhD, ABPP, Psychological Services Center, Sam Houston State University
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:
* Forensic assessment in criminal and civil domains
* Eyewitness identification
* Police investigations, interrogations, and confessions
* Correctional psychology
* Psychology, law, and public policy
* Ethics and professional issues
Acknowledgments.
Chapter 1 Introduction to Psychology and Law: Civil and Criminal Applications.
Chapter 2 Forensic Assessment in Criminal Domains.
Chapter 3 Civil Forensic Assessment.
Chapter 4 Forensic Treatment.
Chapter 5 Eyewitness Identification.
Chapter 6 Police Investigations, Interrogations, and Confessions.
Chapter 7 Juries and Legal Decision Making.
Chapter 8 Juveniles in the Legal System.
Chapter 9 Police Psychology.
Chapter 10 Correctional Psychology.
Chapter 11 Psychology, Law, and Public Policy.
Chapter 12 Ethics and Professional Issues.
Author Index.
Subject Index.
Patricia A. Zapf is Associate Professor of Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is an Associate Editor for the American Psychology-Law Society journal, Law and Human Behavior.
Stephen D. Hart is Professor of Psychology at Simon Fraser University. He is the Editor of the International Journal of Forensic Mental Health.
