Dictionary of Forensic Psychology

Dictionary of Forensic Psychology
Author: Graham Towl
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2013-09-05
Genre: Law
ISBN: 113401127X

Over the past decade, forensic psychology has grown rapidly as a subject, with an increasing number of forensic psychologists working in demanding roles in prisons, secure training facilities, and high, medium and low security healthcare facilities as well as other parts of the criminal justice system. This Dictionary is designed to meet the needs of both students and practitioners. It contains approximately 100 entries on key terms and concepts, arranged alphabetically and contributed by leading academic and practicing forensic psychologists.

Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology
Author: David A. Crighton
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 483
Release: 2015-03-04
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1118760301

Updated to reflect recent changes in the field, the 2nd Edition of Forensic Psychology presents a comprehensive overview of forensic psychology and its applications in the civil and criminal justice systems of the UK. Builds on the first edition to convey material in an engaging manner to postgraduate students in psychology Includes a significant expansion of pedagogical features, including text boxes highlighting key seminar issues and key debates in the field to further group discussion Provides an up-to-date summary of emerging evidence in the field, and its implications for evidence based practice Points to additional online learning resources at the conclusion of each chapter

Forensic Psychology: A Very Short Introduction

Forensic Psychology: A Very Short Introduction
Author: David Canter
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2010-06-17
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0191613959

Lie detection, offender profiling, jury selection, insanity in the law, predicting the risk of re-offending , the minds of serial killers and many other topics that fill news and fiction are all aspects of the rapidly developing area of scientific psychology broadly known as Forensic Psychology. Forensic Psychology: A Very Short Introduction discusses all the aspects of psychology that are relevant to the legal and criminal process as a whole. It includes explanations of criminal behaviour and criminality, including the role of mental disorder in crime, and discusses how forensic psychology contributes to helping investigate the crime and catching the perpetrators. It also explains how psychologists provide guidance to all those involved in civil and criminal court proceedings, including both the police and the accused, and what expert testimony can be provided by a psychologist about the offender at the trial. Finally, David Canter examines how forensic psychology is used, particularly in prisons, to help in the management, treatment and rehabilitation of offenders, once they have been convicted. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

The Cambridge Handbook of Forensic Psychology

The Cambridge Handbook of Forensic Psychology
Author: Jennifer M. Brown
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2010-04-29
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1139489453

Forensic psychology has developed and extended from an original, narrow focus on presenting evidence to the courts to a wider application across the whole span of civil and criminal justice, which includes dealing with suspects, offenders, victims, witnesses, defendants, litigants and justice professionals. This Handbook provides an encyclopedic-style source regarding the major concerns in forensic psychology. It is an invaluable reference text for practitioners within community, special hospital, secure unit, prison, probation and law enforcement forensic settings, as well as being appropriate for trainees and students in these areas. It will also serve as a companion text for lawyers and psychiatric and law enforcement professionals who wish to be apprised of forensic psychology coverage. Each entry provides a succinct outline of the topic, describes current thinking, identifies relevant consensual or contested aspects and alternative positions. Readers are presented with key issues and directed towards specialized sources for further reference.

Comprehensive Thematic Abbreviation Dictionary in Psychology and Its Relevant Sciences

Comprehensive Thematic Abbreviation Dictionary in Psychology and Its Relevant Sciences
Author: Shahriar Abbassi
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers
Total Pages: 1179
Release: 2020-11
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9781536184310

This manuscript includes all generally used and professional abbreviations and acronyms in Psychology and its branches like Analytical, Clinical, Cognitive, Educational, Emotional, Family, Forensic, General, Human, Individual, Industrial, Sexual, Social, and Sports Psychology and also its related fields of science and practice, for example : Addiction, Behavioral Science, Counseling, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, Neurology, Neuroscience, Social Work, Psychosomatic Medicine, Mental Health & Hygiene, Sociology and Parapsychology. Geographical Considerations - relevant abbreviations in other European languages and Psychology Abbreviations usually used in English- Speaking Countries - have been added too. It is an extensive Abbreviation Dictionary with thematic classification of about 400 Entries (Chapters). The book also includes an additional section titled " Concise List of Psychology Terms" (Psychological Terminology) at the end of it. The main remarkable and probably innovative specifications of the book are as follows:1. Comprehensiveness, Breadth and Variety of Content2. Thematic Classification (based on subjects)3. Entries (Chapters) in other European Languages and Countries

A Dictionary of Criminology

A Dictionary of Criminology
Author: Dermot Walsh
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2019-03-11
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0429643241

Originally published in 1983. This Dictionary provides a wide-ranging guide to concepts and terminology frequently used in criminology. It will not only inform and stimulate, but will also bring clarity and integration to a subject where the understanding of key words and phrases is essential. Entries include concise information on definition, use, inter-connection, and notes on relevant literature. Assembled thus in one volume, the entries supply an overall view of criminology, which makes the Dictionary an essential reference text for students and working professionals in criminology, forensic medicine, law, the police and prison services, psychiatry, psychology, social work and sociology.

Prentice Hall's Dictionary of American Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Criminal Law

Prentice Hall's Dictionary of American Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Criminal Law
Author: David N. Falcone
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2010
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780135154021

Now in a Second Edition, this comprehensive reference book includes key terms from criminal justice, criminology and criminal law. Ideal as a companion reference in any criminal justice, criminology or criminal law course, the book is an invaluable tool for students and professionals, providing clear, complete definitions of all-important terminology.

A Student's Dictionary of Psychology

A Student's Dictionary of Psychology
Author: David A. Statt
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2003
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9781841693415

Resource added for the Psychology (includes Sociology) 108091 courses.

Investigative Psychology

Investigative Psychology
Author: David V. Canter
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2009-11-09
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0470023961

This ground-breaking text is the first to provide a detailed overview of Investigative Psychology, from the earliest work through to recent studies, including descriptions of previously unpublished internal reports. Crucially it provides a framework for students to explore this exciting terrain, combining Narrative Theory and an Action Systems framework. It includes empirically tested models for Offender Profiling and guidance for investigations, as well as an agenda for research in Investigative Psychology. Investigative Psychology features: The full range of crimes from fraud to terrorism, including burglary, serial killing, arson, rape, and organised crime Important methodologies including multi-dimensional scaling and the Radex approach as well as Social Network Analysis Geographical Offender Profiling, supported by detailed analysis of the underlying psychological processes that make this such a valuable investigative decision support tool The full range of investigative activities, including effective information collection, detecting deception and the development of decision support systems. In effect, this text introduces an exciting new paradigm for a wide range of psychological contributions to all forms of investigation within and outside of law enforcement. Each chapter has actual cases and quotations from offenders and ends with questions for discussion and research, making this a valuable text for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Applied and Forensic Psychology, Criminology, Socio-Legal Studies and related disciplines.

Dictionary of Ethical and Legal Terms and Issues

Dictionary of Ethical and Legal Terms and Issues
Author: Len Sperry
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2012-10-12
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1135926395

The professional practice of counseling and mental health can often be complex and litigious. While there are many professional ethics textbooks, there are few, if any, supporting resources to assist in mastering basic terminology, or to offer easy access to important legal opinions in everyday practice. The Dictionary of Ethical and Legal Terms and Issues is an invaluable resource for students and practitioners alike who need to navigate that complexity. The book blends ethical, legal, and professional issues along with a dictionary for the mental health professional in one handy volume. An essential resource in any professional library, this book will be of interest to anyone who needs a ready guide to the myriad ethical and legal terms and issues encountered in both training and practice.