Ethics In Forensic Psychology Practice

Ethics in Forensic Psychology Practice addresses major concerns of psychologists and other mental health professionals who conduct evaluations, provide treatment, carry out research, and teach and train in various and diverse legal contexts.  Informed by the newly approved APA Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology, the standard by which ethical and legal conduct is measured, this book is organized around substantive practice issues that cut across various functions and roles.  It covers training, business practices, roles, privacy, confidentiality, report writing, testifying and other topics  in order  to help practitioners practice in a manner consistent with their highest ideals and professional standards.