HANDBOOK OF VIOLENCE RISK ASSESSMENT 2ED (PB 2021) Paperback

The Second Edition of the Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment expands on the first edition's thorough examination of tools used to predict violence. It provides updated research on existing assessment methods and includes new chapters dedicated to recently developed ones. Featuring contributions directly from the creators of these instruments, the handbook reviews the most commonly used violence risk assessment tools – both those that rely on statistical data (actuarial) and those that use structured professional judgment – that professionals utilize to inform and guide their evaluations of violence risk. Additionally, it contains broader chapters addressing important related topics, such as the role of psychopathy and how legal frameworks influence violence risk assessment. Already considered the leading reference for practitioners, researchers, and legal experts in this field, this Second Edition's easily accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date information will solidify its position as an essential resource for anyone working in violence risk assessment.