Case Studies in Forensic Psychology: Clinical Assessment and Treatment

Case Studies in Forensic Psychology provides a unique insight into the often-hidden world of psychological assessment and intervention with people who have committed serious crimes. It contains a breadth of forensic case studies, discussing assessment and therapeutic approaches used, and the state of the literature in each area. The book is ideal for students of forensic psychology and forensic mental health practitioners, demonstrating how theory translates into practice and considering its effectiveness at an individual level.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 168 pages
\n Publication date: 28 March 2019
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Forensic psychology delves into the intricate realm of psychological assessment and intervention with individuals who have engaged in severe criminal activities, providing a unique perspective into the often-hidden world of this discipline. This comprehensive book encompasses a wide range of forensic case studies, each meticulously detailing the actual forensic work performed by psychologists in various clinical settings, including prisons, psychiatric institutions, and community environments. The chapters discuss the assessment and therapeutic approaches employed in each case study, as well as the current state of knowledge in specific areas such as sexual violence risk assessment and schema therapy.

Throughout the book, readers will be guided through a diverse array of offender profiles, exploring their personal backgrounds, relevant psychiatric or psychological diagnoses, and the assessments and treatments completed. Case studies offer invaluable insight into the clinical practice and daily responsibilities of a forensic psychologist, showcasing the work that empirical research does not capture. Uniquely, Case Studies in Forensic Psychology brings together treatment models and forensic research, illustrating how theory translates into practice and evaluating its effectiveness on an individual level. This text is particularly valuable for students pursuing forensic psychology and forensic mental health, as well as practitioners at any stage of their career in this rapidly evolving field.

\n Weight: 298g\n
Dimension: 234 x 155 x 11 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138584822\n \n