The APA Handbook of Forensic Psychology consolidates and advances knowledge about the scientific foundations and practical application of psychology to law, the practice of law, and law-related policy. Drawing upon contemporary psychological research and practice, this Handbook provides a thorough, up-to-date, and far-reaching reference on forensic psychological issues that are important to researchers, practitioners and students in psychology, other social sciences and practice disciplines, and law.
The Handbook is divided into 2 Volumes, each comprised of 3 sections:
Volume 1 (Individual and Situational Influences in Criminal and Civil Contexts)
- Forensic Evaluation and Treatment in Criminal Cases
- Individual and Situational Predictors of Criminal Behavior
- Applications of Forensic Psychology in Civil Cases
Volume 2 (Criminal Investigation, Adjudication, and Sentencing Outcomes)
