Core Foundations and Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology

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Core Foundations and Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology is written by Dean Fido and published by Springer Nature. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 3032033128 (ISBN 10) and 9783032033123 (ISBN 13).

This student-focused handbook aims to guide forensic psychology students in using theory in an applied settings and developing specialized research methods to tackle contemporary issues in forensic psychology. It comprises five sections that outline popular topics taught in forensic psychology programs. Each chapter follows an identical structure and includes core theories, applications, case studies where relevant, chapter summaries, discussion chapters, and recommended reading. This structure aims to facilitate formative discussion and learning, while expanding core forensic psychology teachings to include more diverse perspectives and culturally-sensitive assessment tools for those engaged in clinical and forensic practices.