From burglary to stalking, A Psychologist's Casebook of Crime is the indispensable book for forensic psychology students. It tackles a wide range of offences such as arson, domestic violence, terrorism and murder, and its A to Z format provides all of the important information in a readily accessible way. Its chapter structure allows you to compare different crimes according to facts, figures and typical offender profiles, while providing fascinating case studies and a psychological perspective specific to each crime.
With contributions from authors who are experts in their field, this innovative text provides an up-to-date review of how forensic psychologists think about and deal with a variety of crimes. This accessible student-friendly book is the perfect accompaniment for anyone wishing to learn more about forensic psychology.
Prologue; G.Milano
Introduction; B.Winder and P.Banyard
Arson; A.Daykin and L.Hamilton
Burglary; D.Putwain
Domestic Violence; W.Morgan and E.Gilchrist
Drug Offences; G.W.Smith and J.Clough
Fraud; D.Rowson and B.Winder
Gangs; E.Scowcroft, P.Banyard and B.Winder
Internet Sex Offences; K.Sheldon
Murder; D.Wilson
Paedophilia and Sexual Child Contact Offences; B.Winder and K.Thorne
Rape of Adults; N. Blagden, S.Pemberton and C.Breed
Shoplifting and Kleptomania; A.McNally and L.Hamilton
Stalking; M.Foellmi, J.Cahall and B.Rosenfeld
Violent Crime: Robbery and Assault; M.Takarangi and H.D.Flowe
Voyeurism, Exhibitionism and other Non-contact Sexual Offences; K.Hocken and K.Thorne
Conclusion; B.Winder and P.Banyard.