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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.
List of contents
Introduction.- Defining and Measuring Crime.- PART I: THEORIES OF CRIME.- Social and Psychological Theories.- Biological and Cognitive Theories.- Theory Integration and Theory Application.- PART II: PSYCHOLOGY AND THE INVESTIGATIVE PROCESS.- Forensic Science and Offender Profiling.- Eyewitness Testimony.- Investigative Interviewing.- PART III: PSYCHOLOGY AND THE COURTROOM.- Jury Decision Making.- Jury Bias.- PART IV: PSYCHOLOGY AND THE PENAL SYSTEM.- Punishing Offenders.- Treating Offenders.
About the author
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.
Summary
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.
Foreword
Concise introductory textbook that explains the key theories and concepts in the forensic field of psychology. Showcases many field studies that demonstrate the critical role psychological perspectives play in informing processes in the criminal justice and legal system.
Additional text
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.
