Search results for ""Author Amina A Memon""
John Wiley & Sons Inc Handbook of the Psychology of Interviewing
The interview is one of the most used methods within psychology, and effective interviewing skills can be one of the most useful qualities you can possess. This Handbook provides an authoritative text on the psychology of interviewing,reviewing diagnosis and assessment in several contexts, such as: social, medical, forensic and occupational. Each chapter explores issues of methodology, theory,development and practice. Written in an easy-to-understand style it will be accessible to a range of practitioners including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, doctors and lawyers. NEW PAPERBACK VERSION - The first and only handbook on the psychology of interviewing. - Professional guidance for anyone who needs interviewing skills -social workers,market researchers,therapists etc. - Presents breath of knowledge by covering a wide range of interviewing techniques and contexts. - Well-known editors,and a lead editor with extensive publishing experience.
£94.95
John Wiley & Sons Inc Psychology and Law: Truthfulness, Accuracy and Credibility
Psychology and Law shows how psychological research and theory can be used in a legal context. Written with advanced undergraduate students in mind, it focuses upon the pre-trial or investigative phase of the legal process. Obtaining and assessing witness evidence is a key part of any criminal investigation. Topics include witness accuracy and credibility, covering issues such as assessment of witness credibility, interviewing suspects and witnesses, eyewitness testimony, false beliefs and memory, the role of experts and juries. This second edition has been revised and updated to reflect the large amount of new research in the area, making it the essential guide for all courses with a legal component. Comment on the first edition: "This is an excellent appraisal of the psychology of evidence...it provides thorough, substantial and up-to-date accounts of modern developments."—Denniss Howitt, Loughborough University, UK Written by well known and respected authors Suitable as an introductory, undergraduate text
£39.95
