Handbook of forensic sociology and psychology / Stephen J. Morewitz, Mark L. Goldstein, editors.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Morewitz, Stephen J.

Goldstein, Mark L.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Forensic psychology.

Forensic sociology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (460 p.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2014.

Place of Publication:

New York : Springer, 2013.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Since their emergence as social sciences, psychology and sociology have found a natural home in the justice system. And while the term forensics often translates into CSI scenarios in the public imagination, the bulk of the work takes place in the courtroom, where lawyers, judges, and jurors rely on psychology and sociology experts for aid in decision making. The Handbook of Forensic Sociology and Psychology offers comprehensive, straightforward coverage of the impact of social science on the spectrum of civil and criminal legal issues. This unique reference guides readers through the work of professionals in both fields as expert witnesses, as consultants before and during trials, and in critiquing legal and law enforcement procedure. Offering expert insights into the making and breaking of laws, contributors analyze forensic psychology and sociology theories and methods used in areas as diverse as immigration, divorce and family, product liability, and employment and education related litigation. A range of evaluative procedures, from custody to competency, child abuse to the death penalty, is examined as well. Other topics featured in the Handbook include: The problem of interrogation-induced false confession. The role of the gang expert in court. Gender analysis in military court-martials. Sociological theory and methods in suicide litigation. Psychosocial theories about anger and their relevance in litigation. Neuropsychological testing standards and ethics. The Handbook of Forensic Sociology and Psychology opens out this increasingly important field for criminologists, and gives researchers in forensic psychology and sociology clear insights into challenges and opportunities facing these fields.

Contents:

Evolving Practice Parameters of Forensic Criminology

The Work of the Sociologist as Mitigation Expert in Cases of Violent Crime.- “Oh, Stop That Cursed Jury”: The Role of the Forensic Psychologist in the Mitigation Phase of the Death Penalty Trial

The Problem of Interrogation-Induced False Confession: Sources of Failure in Prevention and Detention

‘Brainwashing’ as Forensic Evidence

Target Selection by Criminal Groups and Gangs

Gangs in the Workplace.- The Role of a Gang Expert in Court.-Competence to Proceed and Juvenile Courts

Competency Evaluations for Adult Defendants

Neuropsychological Evaluations of Hispanics

Sociological Testimony in Employment- and Education-Related Litigation

Preventing Workplace Violence and Litigation through Pre-Employment Screening and Enforcement of Workplace Conduct Expectations

Critical Issues in the Evolving Diagnosis of PTSD

Sociological Evidence in Suicide Litigation

Sociological Data in Malpractice Lawsuits

Sociological Testimony in Long-Term Care Litigation

Sociological Testimony and Evidence in Product Liability Litigation

Sociological Evidence in Human Factors-Related Litigation

Sociological Testimony in Alcohol- and Other Drug-Associated Litigation

Sociological Theory and Methods in Toxic Tort Lawsuits

Child Custody Evaluations

Parental Alienation

Anger

Forensic Evaluation of Child Abuse

Sociological Evidence in Abuse Litigation

Using Expert Witnesses in Immigration Hearings/ Court

Forensic Sociology: The Case of Honor Killing in the Muslim World

Courting Media: Mass Media Studies of Immigration Courts

Sociological Evidence in Military Courts- Martial Pertaining to War Crimes

Gender Matters! Socio-Legal Studies, Courts-Martial, and the U.S. Military

Appendix A - History of Radiation Processing, Contamination, and Environmental Clean-up Efforts. .

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-4614-7178-8