Expert Witnesses in Child Abuse Cases: What Can and Should Be Said in Court
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Book Overview
Psychologists have been increasingly called on to testify in child abuse cases. The rough-and-tumble world of courtroom machinations, however, has left many wondering how they can protect themselves and their science from manipulation and misuse by the court system. In this text, lawyers, psychologists and social workers discuss the thornier aspects of testimony and provide recommendations on the proper role of the expert witness. In each chapter, one or more contemporary problem areas associated with expert testimony in cases of child abuse are described.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:155798915X
ISBN13:9781557989154
Release Date:January 2002
Publisher:American Psychological Association (APA)
Length:299 Pages
Weight:1.50 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.9" x 10.3"
Related Subjects
Adolescent Psychology Child Advocacy Child Psychology Criminology Dysfunctional Relationships Education & Reference Family Law Family Relationships Forensic Psychology Health & Medical Law Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Law Medical Law & Legislation Mental Health Psychology Psychology & Counseling Rules & Procedures Social Sciences WitnessesCustomer Reviews
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is an excellent resource for the professional who has had no or limited experience in testifying regarding child sexual abuse matters (or, for those who have had negative experiences). The author provides background and recommendations for testimony. Like most books published by APA, I found that it safely balanced the scientific with the clinical. In doing so, I found that it provided a disappointing level of detail about abuse, the consultation process, evaluation, preparation, or testimony. For the clinician wishing greater information on the topic or for the clinician wishing for more useful information on the evaluation or testimony processes, I'd recommend augmentation with other relevant sources. Useful resource that is worth the used price.
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