The Practical Assessment of Testamentary Capacity and Undue Influence in the Elderly

This book is designed to provide mental health practitioners with a practical guide to assessing testamentary capacity and undue influence in the elderly. It contains an overview of the legal issues underlying such assessments; a guide to legal terms used in this area of probate law; information on how to perform these assessments ethically and effectively; and specific information on the general methodology of such assessments, semi-structured interviewing, and appropriate psychological testing. Case examples are given to illustrate approaches to evaluations of testamentary capacity and undue influence. Purchasers of this book can download a selection of assessment instruments in PDF format.

Eric G. Mart, PhD, ABPP, is a board certified forensic psychologist practicing in Manchester, New Hampshire. He has authored three books and numerous articles for peer-reviewed journals and legal publications.
Adam D. Alban, PhD, JD, is a clinical psychologist and attorney practicing in San Francisco California. He is a frequent contributor to professional newsletters and other publications designed to serve the practitioner community.