The Psychology of Interrogations and Confessions: A Handbook (Wiley Series in Psychology of Crime, Policing and Law) - Softcover

Gudjonsson, Gisli H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470844612 ISBN 13: 9780470844618

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2009

Synopsis

This volume, a sequel to The Psychology of Interrogations, Confessions and Testimony which is widely acclaimed by both scientists and practitioners, brings the field completely up--to--date and focuses in particular on aspects of vulnerability, confabulation and false confessions. The is an unrivalled integration of scientific knowledge of the psychological processes and research relating to interrogation, with the practical investigative and legal issues that bear upon obtaining, and using in court, evidence from interrogations of suspects. aeo Accessible style which will appeal to academics, students and practitioners aeo Authoritative integration of theory, research, practical implications and vivid case illustration aeo Coverage of topical issues like confabulation, false memory, and false confessions Part of the Wiley Series in The Psychology of Crime, Policing and Law

About this title

Product Description:

This volume integrates scientific knowledge of the psychological processes and research relating to interrogation, with the practical investigative and legal issues that bear upon obtaining, and using in court, evidence from interrogations of suspects.

Review:

"...a comprehensive and authorative handbook that demonstrates the crucial relationship between research and practice..." (Internet Book Reviews, 17 January 2003)

"...I am impressed with this handbook...an important addition to the bookshelves..." (Applied Cognitive Psychology, No.18 2004)

About this edition

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0470844612
• ISBN 13: 9780470844618
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 706