Forensic Psychology

Routes through the system

James McGuire author Simon Duff author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:23rd Apr '18

Should be back in stock very soon

Forensic Psychology cover

This brand new textbook provides a complete course in forensic psychology, covering the criminal justice system, law and legislation, and treatments and outcomes for offenders. It offers rigorous coverage of the major topics: from theoretical concepts and research methods to explaining criminal acts and patterns of crime. The authors, both from leading institutions and well-known in the field, guide readers through the interlocking systems of criminal justice, mental health and social service provision, providing a deeper critical appreciation of what motivates crime and how criminal behaviour can be understood, assessed and treated. This text will be core reading for upper level undergraduates and postgraduates studying forensic psychology, either as a module on a BSc Psychology degree or on an MSc for trainee Forensic Psychologists. It will also be ideal for early career practitioners. Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/forensic-psychology. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

The book draws together research by pre-eminent academics working at the intersections of forensic psychology and related subjects. A must-read textbook! * Dr Clare Allely, University of Salford, UK *
With their original and creative approach, McGuire and Duff guide us through everything we need to know to head down the road to becoming a forensic psychologist: that most exciting of future occupations. * Professor Devon Polaschek, The University of Waikato, New Zealand *
A well-written, engaging book which focuses on the applied nature of forensic psychology. I believe researchers and students will find the content invaluable. * Dr Gemma Graham, University of Brighton, UK *
This is a very timely book which contains comprehensive and up-to-date information. It will be an essential text for anyone interested in current thinking and ideas in forensic psychology. * Associate Professor Heng Choon (Oliver) Chan, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, S.A.R., China *
McGuire and Duff articulate not only how the discipline developed as it did, but why forensic psychology is so critical to our understanding of crime, investigation and rehabilitation within the criminal justice system. * Dr Emily Glorney, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK *

ISBN: 9780230249097

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1308g

464 pages