Book Description
The author team for WRIGHTSMAN’S PSYCHOLOGY AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM, 9th Edition combines expertise, active research, writing careers and real world experience as consultants working within the legal system. Real cases such as Bill Cosby and Dylann Roof illustrate the importance of psychology’s concepts and methods to an understanding of the legal system and the system’s impact on individuals’ everyday lives. Case-related questions engage students in critical thinking and discussion. With topics such as competence to stand trial, the insanity defense, expert forensic testimony, the use of deadly force by police, detection of deceit, criminal profiling and coercive interrogation techniques, Greene and Heilbrun’s popular book gives students an insightful overview of psychology’s contributions to the legal system. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
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- Published Date: 2018-03-08
- Published Year: 2018
- Language: English
- ISBN-13: 9781337570879
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