Forensic Psychology

Adrian J. Scott

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Bloomsbury Academic
26 February 2019

Crime & criminology; Criminal or forensic psychology

Series: Bloomsbury Insights in Psychology series

Why do people commit crime? How effective and reliable is the investigative process? How do jurors decide whether a person is guilty or innocent? How effective is treatment in reducing the risk of reoffending?

In this up-to-date edition of his highly informative textbook, Adrian Scott reveals just how much forensic psychology can tell us - not only about offenders and their crimes, but also about the different stages of the criminal justice system.

Covering social, psychological, biological and cognitive theories of crime, as well as research and theory relating to the investigative process, the courtroom and the penal system, this book provides in-depth coverage of the major areas within forensic psychology. It is essential reading for curious students seeking an engaging and accessible introduction to this fascinating topic.

By: Adrian J. Scott
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
Weight: 372g
ISBN: 9781352004861
ISBN 10: 1352004860
Series: Bloomsbury Insights in Psychology series
Pages: 300
Publication Date: 26 February 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Adrian J. Scott is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, UK, and a Research Fellow in the School of Arts and Humanities at Edith Cowan University, Australia

Reviews for Forensic Psychology

Scott provides an excellent introduction to this fascinating area. The book covers the broad and varied areas within forensic psychology in an enlightening and accessible style. It will undoubtedly whet the appetite of many A-Level and undergraduate students and hopefully encourage many of them into this most rewarding of careers. * Jo Clarke, Course Director, University of York *