Inside forensic psychology
By: Tiffany R. Masson, editor
Publisher: Praeger
Published: 2016
Place of publication: Santa Barbara, California
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781440803031; 9781440803048
Subjects: Forensic psychology; PSYCHOLOGY / Forensic Psychology
Description: "The rich case material in this unique book provides readers with an in-depth understanding of a wide variety of forensic psychology topics through the perspective of the psychologist working with these individuals. Includes detailed case material that brings to life core concepts in forensic psychology and documents the clinical thinking and mindset of a psychologist as they meet with the patient, work in the court system, and write the court report Encourages readers to use their critical thinking skills through the presentation of core forensic psychology concepts throughout the clinical cases Addresses a subfield of psychology that is one of the best-paying and increasingly popular areas of specialization within professional psychology and is gaining awareness in the general population due to popular media such as movies, television shows, and fictional books that feature forensic psychology-themed storylines"--

"Inside Forensic Psychology was written to provide readers with a broad and in-depth understanding of forensic psychology cases as presented by distinguished experts working throughout this multi-faceted field. This book is intended as a learning tool that professors can use to encourage critical thinking and facilitate understanding in students. Few books are currently available that balance an understanding of the literature with relevant case law, best practices, and clinical case vignettes. By bringing together this assortment of theory, required background knowledge, and real-life experience for numerous areas of forensic psychology, we hope to help students share in the thinking and mindset of the clinician grappling with the multi-dimensional aspects and the varying sources of information needed in the case"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.