Overview
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 Cases Individual and Situational Predictors of Criminal Behavior Applications of Forensic Psychology in Civil Cases Volume 2 (Criminal Investigation, Adjudication, and Sentencing Outcomes) Victim and Offender Groups Criminal Investigations and Jury Trials Sentencing and Incarceration
Full Product Details
Author: Brian L. Cutler ,
Patricia A. Zapf
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Imprint: American Psychological Association
Edition: Two Volumes
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 9.70cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 3.366kg
ISBN: 9781433817939
ISBN 10: 1433817934
Pages: 1139
Publication Date: 28 February 2015
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: To order
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Reviews
A peerless source for all mental health practitioners, whether a generalist or a specialist with knowledge of an experience in forensic services. - PsycCRITIQUES
"A peerless source for all mental health practitioners, whether a generalist or a specialist with knowledge of an experience in forensic services."" - PsycCRITIQUES"
Author Information
Brian L. Cutler, PhD, earned a doctorate degree in social psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA in 1987. He served on the faculties of Florida International University, USA and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, USA. He currently serves as Professor and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, USA. Patricia A. Zapf, PhD, obtained her PhD in Clinical Forensic psychology from Simon Fraser University in Canada, USA, and currently holds the position of Professor in the Department of Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, The City University of New York, USA. Dr. Zapf was recently elected to the position of President for the American Psychology-Law Society and she is the Editor of the American Psychology-Law Society book series and Associate Editor of Law and Human Behavior.
