Social Psychology in Forensic Practice

This book explores how social psychology theories and concepts can be applied to practice in forensic settings, such as assessments, formulations, and interventions. It also discusses the importance of these theories in understanding multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working, staff-client relationships, and peer-to-peer relationships. The chapters provide illustrative composite case examples to demonstrate effective ways to pursue a theoretically informed practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 21 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the application of various social psychology theories and concepts to practical settings. Spanning from attribution theory to coercion theory, social identity theories to ostracism, the authors provide a deep understanding and appreciation of how social psychology can contribute to forensic practice. The book argues that social psychology is invaluable in conducting assessments, formulating interventions, and providing psychological consultation in forensic contexts. Moreover, it plays a crucial role in training and developing services within these settings.

These theories hold significance when examining multidisciplinary and multi-agency collaborations, staff-client relationships, and peer-to-peer interactions. Through illustrative composite case examples drawn from the authors' experiences in forensic settings, the chapters showcase effective approaches to pursuing a theoretically informed practice.

Social Psychology in Forensic Practice covers a broad range of theories and addresses a timely topic, making it appealing to a wide readership. This includes graduate and undergraduate students, researchers in criminology, sociology, forensic, social, and clinical psychology, as well as health professionals and non-health professionals working in forensic settings. Additionally, policy makers and those commissioning forensic services will find this book useful.

Weight: 434g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138676145