FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT IN PRACTICE CASE STUDIES (PB 2015) Paperback

Forensic Psychological Assessment in Practice: Case Studies offers a collection of forensic criminal cases to illustrate the scientist-practitioner model in forensic psychological assessment. The cases cover various forensic issues, including criminal responsibility, risk assessment for violence, treatment planning, and referrals to long-term forensic care. The book addresses a range of offenses, such as sexual crimes, arson, homicide, robbery, and domestic violence. It also explores different mental health disorders like psychosis, PTSD, psychopathy, and other personality disorders. This book serves as a valuable resource for both novice and experienced forensic psychologists and psychiatrists, providing case studies that combine the latest empirical evidence with psychological testing.