Forensic Mental Health Assessment in Criminal Contexts: Key Concepts and Cases

ISBN-13: 9780367644994 / Angielski / Miękka / 2022 / 374 str.

Noah K. Kaufman; Shane S. Bush; Nicole R. Schneider

Opis

This valuable compendium advances the understanding of mental health case law, making it highly accessible to practicing forensic professionals which is divided into two parts.

Spis treści

Section I: Foundational Topics in Forensic Psychological and Forensic Neuropsychological Assessment. 0.Introduction. 1.A Primer on Abnormal Behavior. 2.A Primer on Forensic Psychological and Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations. 3.Fundamental Measurement Concepts in Forensic Assessment. 4."Science" and "the Law". 5.Ethical Considerations in Forensic Mental Health Practice. References. Section II: Legal Cases for the Forensic Mental Health Professional. Case Summaries. Index.