ABSTRACT

Forensic Psychology explains the history and application of the discipline. It details the various kinds of psychologist involved in the field, the sort of evidence each might produce, and how it can be applied. The authors cover topics such as:
* offender profiling
* psychometric testing
* expert testimony
* psychological autopsy
* polygraph testing
* professional and ethical problems
* training needs
A handy reference tool and a practical guide, Forensic Psychology is essential reading for forensic psychologists, clinical psychologists, lawyers and professionals who need to understand the nature and application of psychological evidence in judicial proceedings.

chapter |5 pages

Introduction

chapter |18 pages

Historical Background

chapter |22 pages

Psychological Testing

chapter |19 pages

Psycholinguistic Techniques

chapter |35 pages

Civil Cases

chapter |27 pages

Criminal Cases

chapter |21 pages

The Assessment and the Testimony

A psychological framework

chapter |9 pages

Conclusions