| Forensic Psychology For Dummies Contributor(s): Canter, David V. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1119976243 ISBN-13: 9781119976240 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons OUR PRICE: $20.69 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Forensic Psychology - Medical | Forensic Medicine |
| Dewey: 614.15 |
| Series: For Dummies |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.44" W x 9.22" (1.68 lbs) 416 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A fascinating guide on the psychology of crime Thinking of a career that indulges your CSI fantasies? Want to understand the psychology of crime? Whether studying it for the first time or an interested spectator, Forensic Psychology For Dummies gives you all the essentials for understanding this exciting field, complemented with fascinating case examples from around the world. Inside you'll find out why people commit crime, how psychology helps in the investigative process, the ways psychologists work with criminals behind bars - and how you too can become a forensic psychologist. You'll discover what a typical day is like for a forensic psychologist, how they work with the police to build offender profiles, interview suspects or witnesses, and detect lies
If you're a student considering taking forensic psychology or just love to learn about the science behind crime, Forensic Psychology For Dummies is everything you need to get up-to-speed on this fascinating subject. |