Review (PDF) Psychological Evaluations For The Courts: A Handbook For Mental Health Professionals And Lawyers, Second Edition
Considered the definitive resource and text on forensic psychiatry and psychology since the publication of the first edition, Psychological Evaluations for the Courts, Second Edition, continues to be the most comprehensive discussion of legal, research, and clinical issues for both mental health and legal professionals. Fully revised and updated, the volume covers a broad range of topics in forensic mental health, including insanity, child abuse, sentencing, personal injury claims, and civil commitment. Less traditional subjects such as federal antidiscrimination and entitlement laws, competency to testify, workers' compensation, and a new section on the clinical evaluation of witness credibility have also been added. Throughout, the authors summarize and analyze legal issues, offer suggestions for evaluation procedures, and review appropriate research on both clinical opinions and the legal process.New to the Second EditionCompletely updated to reflect current research and practice, the volume contains four entirely new chapters and has been revised throughout to include analyses of new case law and clinical techniques; important research on competency and dangerousness from the MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Mental Health and Law; and new ethical rules developed by the American Psychological Assocation and the American Psychiatric Association. Also new to this edition are exercises and case studies for students in each chapter (see below).
Hardcover: 794 pages
Publisher: The Guilford Press; 2 edition (August 1, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1572302364
ISBN-13: 978-1572302365
Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.5 x 2 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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If you buy only one book to gain an introduction, or update on the area of forensic psychology, this must be it. The authors have gathered legal precedent, research, illustration, and opinion, while retaining readability. It is long - especially with double column pages - but well worth it. An added feature is that the authors, through the publisher, maintain a web site for periodic updates to the book and relevent case law.
Psychology is one of those things that is grey - just like the law. That is one of the reasons that the law hates it. This is a handbook for psychologists to help them work with cases involving a psychology element. Not something you have to read cover-to-cover, but it's a reference text. Highly recommended.
This book was used. I believe it was under five dollars. It was in perfect condition and very well worth the price. I was shocked when it arrived and I noticed its excellent condition. What a wonderful find for my reference library as a graduate student in forensic psychology.
Not a light Sunday afternoon read, this book requires time to think and digest topics. It provides outstanding survey and advanced analysis of research, U.S. laws, and policies across the major foci. While a bit dated, it probably is the best source for gaining an understanding of forensic mental health. An outstanding reference. I feel somewhat odd in reviewing this book, almost like, I'd imagine someone feels when reviewing the Bible. Well worth the price. I wish it would have an annual or biannual update.
I have used this book extensively both as teacher and practitioner for years and it remains the best available text for mental health professionals conducting evaluations for the legal system. It is also an outstanding reference for attorneys litigating mental health issues. Its greatest strength is in the criminal law area, but it is excellent in other areas of the law/mental health interface as well. Psychiatrists should not be deterred by the term "psychological" in the title; it is equally applicable to both disciplines.
This book helped me a great deal as I was taking a course in Forensic Psychology especially with competence to stand trial.
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