Factbook: Psychology and Law

Topics in psychology and law are complex, seeded with controversies both in research and the real world. This book is a quick guide to important topics within psychology and law to help you understand the facts at a glance! Using empirical evidence and peer-reviewed research, this book contains factual summaries of the psychology behind court proceedings, the investigative process, youth crime, offending behaviours, mental health, and police interrogations. It is a must read for anyone beginning their academic career, or seeking to get a better handle on the criminal justice system. Book Chapters: I. Court Proceedings II. Improving Investigative Process III. Youth & Crime IV. Special Topics in Offending V. Offender Mental Health VI. Investigative Interviews