Taking Psychology and Law into the Twenty-First Century [Paperback]

In this volume top scholars contribute chapters covering a wide range of topics including jurisprudence, competency, children, forensic risk assessment, eyewitness testimony, jurors and juries, lawsuits, and civil law. Also included is an introductory chapter by the editor. The result is a unique and comprehensive treatment of the issues at the confluence of these disciplines.

During his term as President of APA-LS/Division 41, James Ogloff organized a comprehensive program of research reviews in the area of the law and psychology. Taking Psychology and Law into the Twenty-First Century is the product of that program.
In these pages top scholars contribute chapters covering a wide range of topics including jurisprudence, competency, children, forensic risk assessment, eyewitness testimony, jurors and juries, lawsuits, and civil law. Also included is an introductory chapter by the editor.
The result is a unique and comprehensive treatment of the issues at the confluence of these disciplines.Acknowledgments.
Preface.
1. Two Steps Forward and One Step Backward: The Law and Psychology Movement(s) in the 20^th Century; J.R.P. Ogloff.
2. Psychological Jurisprudence; J. Darley, et al.
3. Children, Psychology, and Law: Reflections on Past and Future Contributions to Science and Policy; B.L. Bottoms, et al.
4. Forensic Assessment: Current Status and Future Directions; K. Heilbrun, et al.
5. Risk Assessment; D.E. McNiel, et al.
6. Competency: Past, Present, and Future; P.A. Zapf, et al.