Evaluation of Competence to Stand Trial, 9780195323054
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Unraveling legal competence: Expert guidance for forensic mental health assessments.

Evaluation of Competence to Stand Trial

best practices for forensic mental health assessment

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    224 pages

  • Release Date

    25 December 2008

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Summary

Mastering Competence to Stand Trial Evaluations: A Forensic Guide

Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has evolved into a specialized field, shaped by research and professional guidelines. This series offers the latest insights into crucial and frequently performed FMHA types. The 19 volumes cover optimal practices for evaluations across criminal, civil, and juvenile/family domains.

Each volume provides:

  • A comprehensive exploration of legal and psychologica…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780195323054
ISBN-10:019532305X
Series:Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessments
Author:Ronald Roesch, Patricia Zapf
Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
Imprint:Oxford University Press Inc
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:224
Release Date:25 December 2008
Weight:249g
Dimensions:206mm x 137mm x 13mm
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Critics Review

“This is an excellent book that provides a concise overview of evaluating competence to stand trial. The authors highlight the most important points and walk readers through the evaluation and testimony process, combining research with practice. Novice clinicians will gain much from the insights in this book, and seasoned veterans will not be disappointed.”–Doody’s

About The Author

Ronald Roesch

Patricia Zapf is Associate Professor, Department of Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

Ronald Roesch is Professor of Psychology at Simon Fraser University in Canada.

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