Introduction to Forensic Psychology - 9781412991759

Intended for undergraduate courses, this textbook presents a practical survey of forensic psychology theory and methods for criminal justice and social work majors. The work is divided into five sections covering police psychology, legal psychology, crime and delinquency, victimology and victim services and correctional psychology. Individual chapters discuss best practices and strategies for specific tasks in each area. Chapters include illustrations, tables and figures as well as case studies that illuminate key problems. This third edition includes new case studies and updated information on advances in the field as well as increased focus on multicultural perspectives. Access to additional online resources for both students and instructors is provided. The Bartols are experienced psychologists specializing in criminal justice issues and the authors of several books on related subjects. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)