Evaluation of Parenting Capacity in Child Protection (Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessments)

Budd, Karen S.; Connell, Mary; Clark, Jennifer R.

ISBN 10: 0195333608 / ISBN 13: 9780195333602

Published by Oxford University Press, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Evaluation of Parenting Capacity in Child Protection (Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessments)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195333608
• ISBN 13: 9780195333602
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 10 ounces

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Synopsis

This book addresses evaluations for child protection, one of the most delicate legal arenas in which forensic mental examiners play a part. The evaluations are highly specialized, requiring child clinical specialization, a knowledge of the legal and social context, and a thorough understanding of the professional and ethical guidelines for child protection evaluations. This volume provides that context, and presents established empirical foundations from the behavioral, social, and medical sciences. Finally, the book provides a detailed "how-to" for practitioners, including information on data collection, interpretation, report writing and expert testimony.

About the Author

Karen S. Budd is a Professor, Department of Psychology, DePaul University. Mary Connell is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, private practice. Jennifer R. Clark is Clinical Director for the Child Protection Division at the Cook County Juvenile Court Clinic and Assistant Professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.