| In Association With... |  |
|
|
|
Courtroom Modifications for Child Witnesses: Law and Science in Forensic Evaluations (Law and Public Policy: Psychology and the Social Sciences) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Susan R. Hall, Bruce D. Sales
Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
Category: Book
List Price: $79.95
Buy New: $49.94
You Save: $30.01 (38%)
New (20) from $49.94
Avg. Customer Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 1125130
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 376
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 10.1 x 6.2 x 1.4
ISBN: 1433803542
Dewey Decimal Number: 347.7366083
EAN: 9781433803543
ASIN: 1433803542
Publication Date: June 15, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: New, neatly stored and in excellent condition. International orders via air mail except large books.
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
This book is aimed at mental health professionals who perform forensic evaluations of child witnesses in cases of alleged maltreatment, to determine whether to recommend courtroom modifications. Authors Susan R. Hall and Bruce D. Sales consider, from both legal and psychological standpoints, courtroom modifications such as allowing supportive adults in the witness box and allowing hearsay exemptions. The legal implications of more controversial practices such as using screens to shield the witness from the defendant, and using remote or videotaped depositions or testimony are also discussed. Finally, the authors review current research on trauma, PTSD, fear, anxiety, and depression in children who have been allegedly abused, and examine the implications for child testimony. The nuanced analysis in this book provides mental health and legal professionals with the expert guidance they need when making crucial forensic judgments.
|
| Customer Reviews:
A must-have for anyone who has to deal with a child in a courtroom situation August 12, 2008
The bravery to confront one's tormentor is not an innate quality of many children. "Courtroom Modifications for Child Witnesses: Law & Science in Forensic Evaluations" states that children require special treatment when being used as witnesses in the court of law, especially in cases of child abuse and neglect. Several mental health and legal experts speak out on what must be done to help a child confront their nightmares; "Courtroom Modifications for Child Witnesses" gives advice on how to deal with a child's trauma, distress, and common disorders, as well as giving suggestions for alleviating the simple fears that all children face. "Courtroom Modifications for Child Witnesses" is a must-have for anyone who has to deal with a child in a courtroom situation, especially recommended for college library law and psychology collections.
|
|
|
Powered by Associate-O-Matic
| |
