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The strength of this book is the complexity of concepts and topics covered mean that it is suitable for students who wish to be challenged.
This fascinating book examines some of the ideological underpinnings of forensic psychological research, policy and practice. It is refreshingly reflective and a significant contribution to the field. I strongly recommend it.
This book makes a fresh, thought provoking contribution to the burgeoning field of forensic psychology. It is well structured and easy to follow, whilst being rigorously grounded and philosophically engaged. This is a book for people who like to think. It presents the realities of practice with the challenges of theory and asks the reader to shake off complacency. It is insightful and challenging but most of all, it is very readable.
In my opinion it is a work of excellence... This book is the ideal companion for any student of criminology and forensic psychology and anyone undertaking the arduous journey towards chartered status. Those already qualified, however extensive their experience, should find this an invaluable reference book.
What separates this book from numerous others in the field of forensic psychology is its refreshingly realistic, honest and systemic examination of the role of forensic psychologists in the criminal justice system. The authors balance a ‘warts and all’ account of the difficult aspects of the role with an encouraging focus on how forensic psychologists can work effectively, even within difficult political climates. An essential text for those considering venturing into the world of forensic psychology work.
This book provides an excellent overview of the various contexts in which forensic psychologists can work. It provides a clear chronology of the pathway to qualification and beyond. The mix of information, theory, guidance and personal reflections from influential figures in the field provides a clear understanding of the practice components, and underpinning research and concepts, which are essential to all practitioners in this diverse and developing branch of applied psychology.
This book was truly instrumental in helping me to attain an internship within a law enforcement agency during my undergraduate degree, through garnering my interest in forensic psychology and by expanding upon my once limited knowledge of the field [...] I would highly recommend this book to anyone with an interest in pursuing a career in forensic psychology.
This is an excellent critical text - just what is needed!
A well-written introduction to the realm of Forensic Psychology - I would recommend for A level students who have enjoyed their 'taste' of the topic in the second year and are considering specialising in this fascinating field after a psychology degree.
A very readable, and up to date, publication by Authors who are currently working in the field.
Terri Cole's contibution is particularly useful as it provides a contemporary picture of offender profiling in the UK (from someone who has actually 'been there and got the T shirt'), rather than a well worn Americanised, outdated narrative of the discipline.
This comprehensive volume captures the psychological aspect of criminality. It is an important study comprising of theory, research,policy and practice of the discipline and is a natural development for students of Criminology to develop their understanding of crime from the perspective of psychology.
Excellent reading to build an understanding of forensic psychology.
At last a textbook which engages and challenges students of varying abilities. A fabulous all rounder!
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