The APA Handbook of Forensic Psychology consolidates and advances knowledge about the scientific foundations and practical application of psychology to law, the practice of law, and law-related policy. Drawing upon contemporary psychological research and practice, this Handbook provides a thorough, up-to-date, and far-reaching reference on forensic psychological issues that are important to researchers, practitioners and students in psychology, other social sciences and practice disciplines, and law. The Handbook is divided into 2 Volumes, each comprised of 3 sections: Volume 1 (Individual and Situational Influences in Criminal and Civil Contexts) Forensic Evaluation and Treatment in Criminal CasesIndividual and Situational Predictors of Criminal BehaviorApplications of Forensic Psychology in Civil CasesVolume 2 (Criminal Investigation, Adjudication, and Sentencing Outcomes) Victim and Offender GroupsCriminal Investigations and Jury TrialsSentencing and Incarceration
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1433817934
ISBN13:9781433817939
Release Date:December 2014
Publisher:American Psychological Association (APA)
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