Forensic Mental Health Assessment in Criminal Contexts

This valuable compendium advances the understanding of mental health case law, making it highly accessible to practicing forensic professionals which is divided into two parts.

Autorentext

Noah K. Kaufman, PhD, ABN, ABPdN, ABPP (neuropsychology), works primarily out of the Center for Neuropsychological Studies in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and is also a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is board certified in neuropsychology, pediatric neuropsychology, and forensic psychology, and has authored or co-authored multiple book chapters and peer-reviewed articles.

Shane S. Bush, PhD, ABPP (forensic), is Director of Long Island Neuropsychology, PC, an adjunct faculty member in the University of Alabama's Department of Psychology, and a neuropsychologist with the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System. He is board certified in clinical psychology, rehabilitation psychology, clinical neuropsychology, and geropsychology, and has more than 100 publications, including more than 20 books, many of which are related to forensic practice and ethical and professional issues.

Nicole R. Schneider, PhD, ABPP, is a forensic psychologist serving as a supervisor and clinic associate at the University of Denver and provides consultation in both criminal and civil legal proceedings around the world. She is board certified in forensic psychology.

Scotia J. Hicks, PhD, JD, is an appellate attorney at the law firm of Ehlert Hicks LLP, and a lecturer at the UC Berkeley School of Law.

Inhalt

Section I: Foundational Topics in Forensic Psychological and Forensic Neuropsychological Assessment. 0.Introduction. 1.A Primer on Abnormal Behavior. 2.A Primer on Forensic Psychological and Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations. 3.Fundamental Measurement Concepts in Forensic Assessment. 4."Science" and "the Law". 5.Ethical Considerations in Forensic Mental Health Practice. References. Section II: Legal Cases for the Forensic Mental Health Professional. Case Summaries. Index.