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Forensic Psychology For Dummies

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Häftad, Engelska, 2026

AvDavid V. Canter

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A clear introduction to the psychology of crime Forensic Psychology For Dummies uncovers how forensic psychologists help law enforcement crack major crime cases. This book walks you through the ins-and-outs of this field. It explains why people commit crime, how psychologists assist investigators by profiling offenders and creating interrogation strategies, as well as how some forensic psychiatrists work to treat and rehabilitate the convicted, the imprisoned, and those on supervised release. Inside: Understand what forensic psychology is and isn’tSee how forensic psychologists differ from their fictional counterparts in the mediaDiscover real-life case examples from around the world, showcasing the work of forensic psychologists—including in courtExplore education and career paths taken by established forensic psychologists Perfect for people interested in the intersection of clinical psychology and the criminal justice system, Forensic Psychology For Dummies is a must-read for aspiring psychologists, forensics and criminology students, law enforcement professionals, and true crime fans.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-04-02
Mått183 x 229 x 28 mm
Vikt522 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieFor Dummies
Antal sidor416
Upplaga2
FörlagJohn Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN9781394354740

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Foreword xvii Introduction 1Part 1: Keeping Up with Forensic Psychology 9CHAPTER 1: What Is Forensic Psychology? 11CHAPTER 2: Psychology and the Criminal Process 31CHAPTER 3: Forensic Psychology and the Law 43Part 2: Examining the Criminal Mind 61CHAPTER 4: Why Do People Become Criminals? 63CHAPTER 5: Measuring, Testing, and Assessing the Psychology of Offenders 85CHAPTER 6: Diagnosing Evil: How (or whether) Criminals Think 103Part 3: Assisting Law Enforcement 119CHAPTER 7: How to Ask Questions of Witnesses, Victims, and Suspects 121CHAPTER 8: Exposing Liars and Detecting Deception 143CHAPTER 9: Beyond Offender Profiling 167CHAPTER 10: Victims of Crime and Their Experiences 191CHAPTER 11: Preventing Crime: Problems, Processes, and Perseverance 213Part 4: Psychology in Court and Beyond 233CHAPTER 12: Giving Guidance in Legal Proceedings 235CHAPTER 13: Psychological Aspects of Court Procedures 259Part 5: Helping and Treating Offenders 279CHAPTER 14: Can Offenders Be Rehabilitated? 281CHAPTER 15: Dealing with Violence 301CHAPTER 16: Treating Sexual Offenders 317CHAPTER 17: Working with Juvenile Offenders 333Part 6: The Part of Tens 349CHAPTER 18: Ten Professional Requirements for Forensic Psychologists 351CHAPTER 19: Ten Stages in Becoming a Professional Forensic Psychologist 361CHAPTER 20: Ten Cases in Which Forensic Psychology Proved Crucial 371Index 383