Forensic Psychology: A Guide to Practice

Forensic Psychology: A Guide to Practice
ISBN-10
1317725352
ISBN-13
9781317725350
Series
Forensic Psychology
Category
Psychology
Pages
279
Language
English
Published
2016-02-04
Publisher
Routledge
Authors
G.H. Gudjonsson, L.R.C. Haward

Description

Forensic Psychology explains the history and application of the discipline. It details the various kinds of psychologist involved in the field, the sort of evidence each might produce, and how it can be applied. The authors cover topics such as: * offender profiling * psychometric testing * expert testimony * psychological autopsy * polygraph testing * professional and ethical problems * training needs A handy reference tool and a practical guide, Forensic Psychology is essential reading for forensic psychologists, clinical psychologists, lawyers and professionals who need to understand the nature and application of psychological evidence in judicial proceedings.

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