Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment

by Randy K. Otto (Editor), Kevin S. Douglas (Editor)

This comprehensive Handbook of original chapters serves as a resource for clinicians and researchers alike. Two introductory chapters cover general issues in violence risk assessment, while the remainder of the book offers a comprehensive discussion of specific risk assessment measures. Forensic psychology practitioners, mental health professionals who deal with the criminal justice system, and legal professionals working with violent offenders will find the Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment to be the primary reference for the field.

328 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2008

Reviews

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

OOF dry. I don't say that as a bad thing. It's definitely reference material you want at your finger tips. You need to know these assessment tools working in the field. But reading it cover to cover in preparation for an exam ... dry dry dry. It is what it is!