FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY Explore the theory, research, and practice of forensic psychology with thisacollection of resources from recognized leaders in the fieldThe newly revised Third Edition of Forensic Psychology 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.The 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.Forensic Psychology 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:O A thorough discussion of investigative and clinical practice, including the politics of forensic psychology, offender profiling, eyewitness testimony, and jury decision makingO An 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 methodsO Discussions of working with criminalized populations in prisons and forensic mental health facilitiesO A treatment of psychology in the courts with an emphasis on the courts of England and WalesPerfect for graduate level students in forensic psychology courses, Forensic Psychology 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.
List of Contributors 1 Introduction Graham J. Towl and David A. Crighton PART I FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY - LEGAL 2 Offender Profiling David A. Crighton 3 Eyewitness Testimony Lorraine Hope and Ryan Fitzgerald 4 Jury Decision Andreas Kapardis 5 Jury Decision Making in Rape Trials an Attitude Problem? Dominic Willmott, Daniel Boduszek, Agata Debowskaand Lara Hudspith 6 Psychology in the Courts David Crighton PART II FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY - CLINICAL 7 Clinical Assessment David A. Crighton 8 Risk Assessment David A. Crighton 9 Psychology in Prisons David A. Crighton and Graham J. Towl 10 Psychology in Forensic Mental Health and Social Care Phil Wilmott and Elizabeth Utting 11 The Developmental Evidence Base: Neurobiological Research and Forensic Applications Robert A. Schug, Yu Gao, Andrea L. Glenn, Melissa Peskin, Yaling Yang and Adrian Raine 12 The Developmental Evidence Base: Prevention David P. Farrington 13 The Developmental Evidence Base: Psychosocial Research David P. Farrington 14 The Developmental Evidence Base: Desistance Lila Kazemian and David P. Farrington 15 Crisis Negotiation David A. Crighton 16 Terror and Terrorism Orla Lynch 17 Intellectual Disability: Assessment David A. Crighton 18 Intellectual Disability: Treatment and Management David A. Crighton and Graham Towl 19 Personality Disorders: Assessment and Treatment Conor Duggan and Richard Howard 20 Personality Disorders: Their Relation to Offending Richard Howard and Conor Duggan 21 The biopsychosocial model of psychopathy Nicholas D. Thomson 22 Personality disorder: clinical & policy responses and the OPD 'pathway' Sarah Skett and Carine Lewis 23 The Role of Arts Activities with Offenders Laura Caulfield 24 Substance Use Disorders David A. Crighton 25 Education and Sport with Offenders Rosie Meek 26 Suicide and Self-Harm in Prisons; age, gender and ethnicity Graham Towl 27 Suicide and Self ]Harm and Imprisoned Women Tammi Walker 28 What can university communities do to reduce sexual violence? Responsibility, Prevention and Response Clarissa Humphreys and Graham J. Towl 29 Adult cyber harassment and image based sexual abuse Afroditi Pina 30 Intimate Partner Abuse Elizabeth A. Gilchrist 31 Hate Crime and Hate Incidents at a UK university: Empirical evidence informing policy and research practice Nadia Siddiqui and Graham J. Towl 32 Bullying in Prisons: Introducing the Prison Bullying Ecosystem Framework as a guide for intervention Jane L. Ireland, Carol A. Ireland, Ushna Mian, Raneesha De Silva and Michael Lewis 33 Gangs and Gang Membership Jane L. Wood 34 Arson and Fire Setting: A New Conceptualisation Faye Horsley 35 Trauma Informed Care in the Criminal Justice System Tammi Walker PART III FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY - ETHICS AND POLITICS 36 The Politics of Forensic Psychological Research, Policy and Practice Graham J. Towl 37 Aspects of Diagnosed Mental Illness and Offending David Pilgrim 38 Safeguarding overcoming persistent harmful practice in forensic mental health Brian A. Thomas ]Peter and Rebecca Lawday 39 Beyond 'Disorder'; A Manifesto for Psychological Health and Wellbeing Peter Kinderman 40 Ethical Issues in Forensic Psychology Graham J. Towl Conclusions Further Reading References Index of Names Index of Subjects
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