Legal And Criminal Psychology - Hans Toch - Bog

Legal and Criminal Psychology is a comprehensive book written by Hans Toch. It provides an in-depth exploration of the intersection between psychology and the law, specifically within the context of criminal behavior. The book is divided into three main sections, each covering a different aspect of the topic. The first section focuses on the psychology of criminal behavior, examining the various factors that contribute to criminality such as personality traits, social and environmental influences, and biological factors. The second section delves into the legal aspects of criminal psychology, exploring topics such as the insanity defense, criminal profiling, and eyewitness testimony. The final section looks at the application of psychology in the criminal justice system, including the use of psychological evaluations in court and the role of mental health professionals in the criminal justice system.Throughout the book, Toch draws on a range of research studies and real-life examples to illustrate key concepts and theories. He also provides critical analysis and discussion of controversial issues within the field of legal and criminal psychology. Overall, Legal and Criminal Psychology is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the intersection between psychology and the law.Contributing Authors Include Robert S. Redmount, Jerry S. Cohen, Harry A. Gair, And Many Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.