Discover more about the fascinating field of forensic and criminal
psychology with this widely praised book, ideal for the students who
want to understand how psychology relates to criminal justice and the
law. Introduction to Forensic and Criminal Psychology, 7th edition is
an essential resource for students studying psychology, applied
psychology, criminology, and other relevant subjects, providing a
clear and comprehensive introduction to this developing discipline.
This market-leading text follows an accessible pedagogical approach,
focusing on contextualising theory stemming from extensive, up-to-date
research and key empirical findings. It covers major areas in the
field, such as profile analysis, lie detecting, mental disorders and
crime - among others. It also explores further relevant and
significant research studies from the UK and international
perspectives and introduces new, contemporary material such as the
impact of COVID-19 on crime and police use of force. The book aims to
support your broader understanding of the key concepts surrounding the
field, helping you develop your critical thinking skills and
challenging group discussion in class. Some of the helpful features
introduced in the chapters are 'Key Concepts', 'Forensic Psychology in
Action', and 'Controversies', which encourage a deeper understanding
of the subject. The Overview section at the beginning of each chapter
and the comprehensive list of figures and diagrams further support
your learning experience on the extensive research data and theory
developed. Along with its comprehensive Glossary on key terms for easy
reference, this is an invaluable tool for those who would like to
follow a career in criminology and forensic psychology and is
guaranteed to keep you engaged.
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ISBN
9781292295800
Publisert
2022
Utgave
7. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Pearson (Intl)
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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