Evaluation for Risk of Violence in Juveniles (Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessments) - Softcover

Hoge, Robert; Andrews, D.A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195370414 ISBN 13: 9780195370416

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2010

Synopsis

Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has grown into a specialization informed by research and professional guidelines. This series presents up-to-date information on the most important and frequently conducted forms of FMHA. The 19 topical volumes address best approaches to practice for particular types of evaluation in the criminal, civil, and juvenile/family areas. Each volume contains a thorough discussion of the relevant legal and psychological concepts, followed by a step-by-step description of the assessment process from preparing for the evaluation to writing the report and testifying in court.

Volumes include the following helpful features:
· Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations
· Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls
· Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes
· Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference
· Helpful glossary of key terms for the particular topic

In making recommendations for best practice, authors consider empirical support, legal relevance, and consistency with ethical and professional standards. These volumes offer invaluable guidance for anyone involved in conducting or using forensic evaluations. This book places juvenile risk assessment within the context of FMHA for juveniles, so those using it will find it particularly useful to incorporate into their evaluations of risk and needs for adolescents in the juvenile justice system.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Robert D. Hoge is Emeritus Professor of Psychology & Distinguished Research Professor, Carleton University.

Dr. D. A. Andrews is Professor Emeritus and Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Psychology and in the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0195370414
• ISBN 13: 9780195370416
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192