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Introduction to forensic and criminal psychology / Dennis Howitt.

By: Howitt, Dennis [author.]Material type: TextTextPublisher: Harlow, England : Pearson, 2018Edition: 6th editionDescription: xxix, 686 pages : illustrations (colour)Content type: text | still image Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781292187198 (ebook)Subject(s): Criminal psychology | Forensic psychology | Crime | Social services & welfare, criminology | Criminal or forensic psychologyGenre/Form: Online access: click to view 4 copies Also available in printed form ISBN 9781292187167Summary: This textbook offers an introduction to an increasingly popular subject. It is comprehensive, detailed and written with students in mind. A companion website is available to enhance the study experience. Introduction to Forensic Criminal Psychology 6th edition provides a clear, comprehensive and engaging coverage of the subject. With a continued emphasis on key empirical findings and the theory stemming from this research, this book will equip you with a deep and contextualised understanding of this fascinating area.A range of pedagogical features will help you to quickly grasp the key concepts, appreciate the controversies and develop a practical understanding of the wide ranging topics encompassed by this ever evolving subject.Key features Market leading text in this popular area Fully up-to-date with wide-ranging classic and contemporary research. Includes coverage of radicallynew ideas about forensic memory, delinquency, burglary, sex offender treatment, and more. Strong emphasis on theory and key empirical findings to encourage deeper understanding Important and relevant research studies from a UK and international perspective are explored in depth. `Key concepts', `Forensic psychology in action' and `Controversies' provide students with a broader understanding of the subject A glossary of key terms provides explanations for easy reference Further reading suggestions at the end of each chapter help students to go beyond the text and discover key resources
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Previous edition: 2015.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This textbook offers an introduction to an increasingly popular subject. It is comprehensive, detailed and written with students in mind. A companion website is available to enhance the study experience. Introduction to Forensic Criminal Psychology 6th edition provides a clear, comprehensive and engaging coverage of the subject. With a continued emphasis on key empirical findings and the theory stemming from this research, this book will equip you with a deep and contextualised understanding of this fascinating area.A range of pedagogical features will help you to quickly grasp the key concepts, appreciate the controversies and develop a practical understanding of the wide ranging topics encompassed by this ever evolving subject.Key features Market leading text in this popular area Fully up-to-date with wide-ranging classic and contemporary research. Includes coverage of radicallynew ideas about forensic memory, delinquency, burglary, sex offender treatment, and more. Strong emphasis on theory and key empirical findings to encourage deeper understanding Important and relevant research studies from a UK and international perspective are explored in depth. `Key concepts', `Forensic psychology in action' and `Controversies' provide students with a broader understanding of the subject A glossary of key terms provides explanations for easy reference Further reading suggestions at the end of each chapter help students to go beyond the text and discover key resources

Also available in printed form ISBN 9781292187167

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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