Canter, David
Forensic Psychology: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199550203
- author:
- Canter, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 16.8 x 10.6 x 1.4 cm
- Genre:
- Crime & criminology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Forensic Psychology: A Very Short Introduction by David Canter explores the rapidly developing area of scientific psychology that informs the legal and criminal process. This book delves into various aspects of psychology relevant to crime, including criminal behaviour, mental disorder in crime, and the role of forensic psychology in investigations and court proceedings. David Canter examines how forensic psychology is applied in prisons to manage, treat, and rehabilitate offenders. He discusses the ways in which psychologists provide expert guidance to those involved in civil and criminal court proceedings, including both the police and the accused. This book provides a comprehensive overview of forensic psychology, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to understand this complex field. The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press offers hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are ideal for quickly getting ahead in new subjects, with expert authors combining facts, analysis, and enthusiasm to make interesting topics highly readable.
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