Foundations of Forensic Mental Health Assessment by Kirk Heilbrun (English) Pape

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There appears to be nearly universal acknowledgement of a need to disseminate scientific research in forensic assessments to those 'in the trenches'. The Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessment series was developed to directly address this need. This first book in the series will be the only volume to be written by the series editors as a 'road map'. As such, it will lay out the standards of best practices and how they plan to define and derive them throughout the rest of the titles in the series.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has grown into a specialization informed by research and professional guidelines. This series presents up-to-date information on the most important and frequently conducted forms of FMHA. The 19 topical volumes address best approaches to practice for particular types of evaluation in the criminal, civil, and juvenile/family areas. Each volume contains a thorough discussion of the relevant legal and psychological concepts,followed by a step-by-step description of the assessment process from preparing for the evaluation to writing the report and testifying in court. Volumes include the following helpfulfeatures: - Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations - Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls - Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes - Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference - Helpful glossary of key terms for the particular topic.In making recommendations for best practice, authors consider empirical support, legal relevance, andconsistency with ethical and professional standards. These volumes offer invaluable guidance for anyone involved in conducting or using forensic evaluations. This first volume in theseries serves an introduction to the field of FMHA, and provides an overview of the foundational concepts applied in the other 19 volumes.

Author Biography

Kirk Heilbrun is Professor and Head of the Department of Psychology, Drexel University in Wyndmoor, PA.Thomas Grisso is Director, Law and Mental Health Core, Center for Mental Health Services Research at UMASS Medical School.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction2. The Nature and Evolution of Forensic Mental Health Assessment3. Relevant Sources of Authority for Developing Best-Practice Standards4. Principles of Forensic Mental Health Assessment5. Toward Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health AssessmentReferencesCases and StatutesAbout the Authors

Review

"...a very neat and well-written book that should be of interest to anybody interested in the topic as a valuable introductory volume."--As reviewed on Metapsychology Online Reviews

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A 'road map' to the rest of the series, this detailed book establishes empirical foundations from the behavioral, social, and medical sciences that are presented.

Long Description

Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has grown into a specialization informed by research and professional guidelines. This series presents up-to-date information on the most important and frequently conducted forms of FMHA. The 19 topical volumes address best approaches to practice for particular types of evaluation in the criminal, civil, and juvenile/family areas. Each volume contains a thorough discussion of the relevant legal and psychological concepts,followed by a step-by-step description of the assessment process from preparing for the evaluation to writing the report and testifying in court. Volumes include the following helpfulfeatures: - Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations - Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls - Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes - Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference - Helpful glossary of key terms for the particular topic.In making recommendations for best practice, authors consider empirical support, legal relevance, andconsistency with ethical and professional standards. These volumes offer invaluable guidance for anyone involved in conducting or using forensic evaluations. This first volume in theseries serves an introduction to the field of FMHA, and provides an overview of the foundational concepts applied in the other 19 volumes.

Review Text

"...a very neat and well-written book that should be of interest to anybody interested in the topic as a valuable introductory volume."--As reviewed on Metapsychology Online Reviews

Review Quote

"...a very neat and well-written book that should be of interest to anybody interested in the topic as a valuable introductory volume."--As reviewed onMetapsychology Online Reviews

Feature

Selling point: The first volume in this important new seriesSelling point: A clear, concise, and thorough introduction to the basic concepts of forensic mental health assessmentSelling point: Written by the series editors and leaders in the field of forensic psychology

Details ISBN0195323092 Author Alan M. Goldstein Short Title FOUNDATIONS OF FORENSIC MENTAL Series Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessment Language English ISBN-10 0195323092 ISBN-13 9780195323092 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 614.15 Illustrations Yes Edition 1st Affiliation Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education, Stanford University Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780195323092 UK Release Date 2008-09-11 AU Release Date 2008-09-11 NZ Release Date 2008-09-11 US Release Date 2008-09-11 Edited by Linda Darling-Hammond Birth 1955 Death 1979 Position Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education Qualifications QC Pages 192 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-09-11 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this

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