{"product_id":"forensic-psychology-9781119673545","title":"Forensic Psychology","description":"\u003cb\u003eFORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore the theory, research, and practice of forensic psychology with this collection of resources from recognized leaders in the field\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe newly revised Third Edition of \u003ci\u003eForensic Psychology\u003c\/i\u003e delivers insightful coverage of the theory and applications of forensic psychology. The book combines authoritative scholarship with an unprecedented breadth of international coverage and constitutes an essential resource for all aspects of contemporary forensic and criminal psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new edition addresses issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion in each section, as well as the uses and abuses of power in forensic contexts. The book takes a constructively critical approach to the dominant theories, policy, and practices of today, as opposed to being merely descriptive, and considers new and developing areas, like the prevention of sexual violence at universities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eForensic Psychology\u003c\/i\u003e comprehensively addresses the application of modern forensic techniques and practices to the civil and criminal justice systems in the United Kingdom. Each chapter concludes with some specific suggestions for further reading. Additionally, readers will enjoy the inclusion of a wide variety of topics, like: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thorough discussion of investigative and clinical practice, including the politics of forensic psychology, offender profiling, eyewitness testimony, and jury decision making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn examination of clinical and risk assessments, including reviews of the key legal issues and principles involved in risk assessments, the role of structured instruments and protocols, and coverage of actuarial and structured clinical methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussions of working with criminalized populations in prisons and forensic mental health facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA treatment of psychology in the courts with an emphasis on the courts of England and Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for graduate level students in forensic psychology courses, \u003ci\u003eForensic Psychology\u003c\/i\u003e will also earn a place in the libraries of qualified forensic psychologist practitioners and postgraduate students seeking to improve their understanding of forensic psychology with a high-quality international textbook underpinned by considerations of human rights and ethical standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid A. Crighton\u003c\/b\u003e is Hon. Professor of Forensic Psychology at Durham University. He was formally Deputy Chief Psychologist in the UK Ministry of Justice. He is a past Chair of the BPS Expert Witness Advisory Group and a past Secretary and Treasurer of the British Psychological Society, Division of Forensic Psychology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGraham J. Towl\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Forensic Psychology, Durham University and visiting Clinical Professor, University of Newcastle. He was formally the Chief Psychologist at the Ministry of Justice, UK, and uniquely is the recipient of BPS awards for Distinguished Contributions to Professional practice and forensic academic knowledge. His research interests are wide currently including suicide in prisons and sexual violence at universities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BPS Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50482068259090,"sku":"9781119673545","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_661d592c-840c-4108-b144-26c9dad4cdd0.jpg?v=1730339584","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/forensic-psychology-9781119673545","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}