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Forensic psychology

by Wrightsman Lawrence S.

Synopsis

Written by two of the leading authorities in the field, FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY, Second Edition introduces students to the practice of forensic psychology by showing readers how psychologists aid the legal system by serving as expert witnesses, criminal profilers, and trial consultants for jury selection and child custody hearings. Wrightsman and Fulero present the roles and responsibilities of forensic psychologists, and addresses both the opportunities and temptations inherent in those roles. Through this lens, the authors explore the ethical issues facing practicing forensic psychologists, such as promising clients too much, the possibility of becoming advocates rather than objective scientists, and the pitfalls associated with substituting one's values for data. Wrightsman and Fulero provide students with an accurate and candid picture of the field, and the range of careers in forensic psychology.

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Book Information

Copyright year 2005
ISBN-13 9780534632250
ISBN-10 0534632254
Class Copyright
Publisher Thomson/Wadsworth
Subject PSYCHOLOGY
File Size 0 MB
Number of Pages 442
Length of Recording 39
Shelf No. HB840